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Leisha HaileyAmerican actress and composer
Date of Birth: 11.07.1971
Country:  USA |
Content:
- Leisha Hailey: Early Life and Sexuality
- The Murmurs and Gush
- Acting Career
- The L Word
- Uh Huh Her
- Personal Life
Leisha Hailey: Early Life and Sexuality
Born on July 11, 1971, in Okinawa, Japan, Leisha Hailey was raised in Bellevue, Nebraska. As a teenager, she realized her sexual orientation and relocated to New York City. In 1991, she graduated from the American Academy of Dramatic Arts.
The Murmurs and Gush
Hailey formed the rock duo The Murmurs with classmate Heather Grody. They performed in rock concerts in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, and the East Village. In the 1990s, the band moved to Los Angeles, released three albums, contributed to film soundtracks, and toured with the Lilith Fair. They disbanded in 2005.
Later, Hailey and Grody formed the band Gush, which released one album before disbanding due to Hailey's acting commitments. The band was renamed RedCar and continued performing in Los Angeles.
Acting Career
Hailey made her acting debut in the 1997 sitcom "Ellen." She rose to prominence with her role as lesbian rock musician Lucy in the drama "All Over Me" (1997). Hailey has played supporting roles in numerous television shows, including "C.S.I.: Crime Scene Investigation" and "Grey's Anatomy."
The L Word
In 2004, Hailey joined the cast of the groundbreaking lesbian drama series "The L Word," playing the role of wise-cracking bisexual Alice. The show received critical acclaim and recognition, with Hailey being named one of the "Top 10 Women Who Made 2004 Unforgettable" by the Denton Record Chronicle.
Uh Huh Her
Since 2007, Hailey has been a member of the electronic pop duo Uh Huh Her with Camila Grey. They released an EP in 2007 and a full-length album, "Common Reaction," in 2008.
Personal Life
Hailey is openly lesbian and has been in a relationship with fashion designer Nina Garduno. She is a vegetarian and has a dog named Bandit. She is known for her petite stature, standing at 5 feet 6 inches (1.68 m).
