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Fairuza Balk

Also known as Fairuza Alejandra Feldthouse

Actress

Born: May 21, 1974age 52
height: 5'3" (or 160 cm) (Petite)
body type: Slim
nationality: American

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Career

Active 1983 – present

Biography

About Fairuza Balk

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Fairuza Balk began acting as a child, and her breakthrough came with the 1985 fantasy film Return to Oz, where she played Dorothy Gale. That role earned her a Young Artist Award nomination and set the tone for a career filled with characters who often carry a dark edge. She followed with parts in Valmont and Gas Food Lodging, the latter winning her an Independent Spirit Award. Her cult classic status solidified with The Craft in 1996, where her portrayal of Nancy Downs earned an MTV Movie Award. Over the years, she has appeared in American History X, The Waterboy, Almost Famous, and Bad Lieutenant: Port of Call New Orleans, among many others.

Beyond the big screen, Balk took on the title role in the 1986 TV adaptation of The Worst Witch. She also played Ginger on Ray Donovan and starred as Lizzie Thomas in Amazon Prime's Paradise City. Since 2010, she has released music under the name Armed Love Militia. She is American, with English and German heritage, and she stands at 5'3" with a slim build. Her black hair and blue eyes are a striking combination. She has natural breasts and has done topless-only nudity in her work.

Balk's career spans over four decades, beginning when she was just nine years old. She continues to work in both film and television, maintaining a devoted following. Her distinctive look and willingness to play unconventional characters have made her a memorable figure in American cinema. She remains active as an actress and musician. Her work in independent film has been particularly noted, and she has built a reputation for taking on challenging roles.