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Wendie MalickAmerican actress, a well-known figure in the world of modeling in the past
Date of Birth: 12.12.1950
Country:  USA |
Content:
- Early Life and Modeling Career
- Transition to Acting
- Breakout Role and Emmy Nominations
- Film and Television Credits
- Continued Acting and Voiceover Work
- Awards and Activism
- Personal Life
Early Life and Modeling Career
Wendy Malik was born on December 12, 1950, in Buffalo, New York. Her mother, Gigi, was a model, and her father, Ken Malik, was an Egyptian salesman. Malik graduated from Williamsville South High School and briefly worked as a model for Wilhelmina.
Transition to Acting
In 1982, Malik left modeling to pursue acting. Her first film role was in Bruce Paltrow's comedy "A Little Sex." Despite an unsuccessful audition for "Cheers," Malik landed her first lead role in the HBO sitcom "Dream On" in 1990. She won four CableACE Awards for her performance before leaving the show in 1996.
Breakout Role and Emmy Nominations
Malik's breakout role came in 1997 as the shallow and alcoholic supermodel Nina Van Horn in the sitcom "Just Shoot Me!" She received two Emmy Award nominations for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series in 1999 and 2002.
Film and Television Credits
Malik has appeared in over 140 television shows and films. Notable roles include Ann Lander and Abigail Van Buren in "Take My Advice: The Ann and Abby Story," and voicing characters in "Fillmore!" and "Bratz."
Continued Acting and Voiceover Work
From 2006 to 2008, Malik had recurring roles in "Jake in Progress" and voiced Berdine Maxwell in the "Bratz" animated series. She has continued to appear as a guest star on various shows and provide voiceover work.
Awards and Activism
In 2000, Malik received the Women in Film award. She is a board member of the Environmental Media Association, an advocate for Planned Parenthood, and a member of the advisory board of the Humane Society.
Personal Life
Wendy Malik has been married twice. Her first marriage to actor and screenwriter Mitch Glazer lasted from 1982 to 1989. In 1992, she married Richard Erickson. The couple is involved in supporting a medical center in the Congo and a women's shelter in Tijuana, Mexico. They live in the Santa Monica Mountains with their pets.
