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Harley KozakAmerican theater and film actress
Date of Birth: 28.01.1957
Country:  USA |
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Harley Kozak: A Talented Actress and Author
Early Life and CareerHarley Jane Kozak is an American stage and film actress. She was born as the youngest in a family of seven siblings. When she was only one year old, her father passed away. Her mother moved with the children to North Dakota and later to Nebraska, where she became a professor at the University of Lincoln. It was in Nebraska where Harley first appeared on stage at the age of five. She showed great bravery and talent, and in fourth grade, she even played a leading role in the production of "Benjamin Franklin." With the help of her mother's connections, Harley then appeared on the educational children's TV show called "Music with Mrs. Kozak."
In high school, Harley continued to participate in productions at the Nebraska Theatre, and during the summer before her senior year, she began performing regularly in the play "The Legend of Daniel Boone." She received a salary of $55 for a full week of work.
Professional Acting and Writing
After several small roles in local theaters, Harley moved to New York at the age of 19. She joined a professional acting program at New York University, where she honed her skills. After completing her training, she made her film debut in the movie "House on Sorority Row." This role marked her introduction to the big screen. Following this, Harley appeared in several popular soap operas, including "Texas," "Guiding Light," and "Santa Barbara."
Throughout her career, Harley has also acted in movies such as "Arachnophobia," "Parenthood," "When Harry Met Sally," and "All I Want for Christmas." She was cast in the popular TV show "Once and Again," but she only appeared in the pilot episode due to her pregnancy. However, a year later, she returned as a guest star for one episode. From 1993 to 1994, Harley was involved in the series "The West Wing," where she portrayed Allison Hart.
In addition to acting, Harley is also a talented author. She has written four novels: "Dating Dead Men," "Dead Ex," "Dating Is Murder," and "A Date You Can't Refuse." These books showcase her skills as a writer and have gained her a following of fans.
Personal Life
Currently, Harley Kozak resides in Southern California. She is married to entertainment lawyer Gregory Aldisert, her second husband. They have three children together: Audrey Valentine, born in 2000, and twin siblings Lorenzo and Julia, who arrived a few years after their older sister. Harley is an avid animal lover and shares her home with a dog, a cat, fish, and even a rabbit.
