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Rusty Schwimmer Biography

Birth Name:Deborah Schwimmer

Birth Place:Chicago, Illinois, United States

Profession Actress, Soundtrack

Fast Facts

  • In 2001, was named Best Supporting Actress by the Method Fest Independent Film Festival for her role in the 2000 drama "I'll Wave Back․"
  • Is a graduate of New Trier High School in Winnetka, Ill
  • Quote: "I think the days of fun, sweet humor are coming back․ The days of Carol Burnett and Bob Newhart and all those cool people are going to return․"
  • Has worked alongside the likes of Steven Spielberg, Charlize Theron, Robert Duvall, Paul Giamatti and Michael Pitt
  • Enjoys singing next to her main work as an actress
  • Has appeared in several notable films and TV series throughout her career, including "Twister," "Gilmore Girls," "Private Practice," "The Runaway Jury" and "Six Feet Under․"
  • Went to high school with friend and fellow Hollywood actress Virginia Madsen

Awards

  • 2001Best Supporting Actress-Feature Film: winner
  • 2018Best Actress-: winner