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Marcia Cross
Career
Active 1984 – present
Biography
About Marcia Cross
Red-haired and blue-eyed, Marcia Cross stands 5'10" and has a slim build. She began acting in 1984 on daytime soaps like The Edge of Night and Another World before landing a recurring role on Knots Landing. From 1992 to 1997, she played Dr. Kimberly Shaw on Melrose Place. Later, she won critical acclaim as Bree Van de Kamp on Desperate Housewives, earning three Golden Globe nominations and a Primetime Emmy nod.
In recent years, she appeared on Quantico as President Claire Haas. Cross has also worked as an activist. She is American, born in Marlborough, Massachusetts, on March 25, 1962. With over 42 years in the industry, she remains a recognizable figure in television.
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Profile details
Personal
- Years Active
- 1984-present (started around 22 years old; 42 years active)
- Birthplace
- Marlborough, Massachusetts, United States
- Ethnicity
- Caucasian
Body
- Hair Color
- Red
- Eye Color
- Blue
- Weight
- 132 lbs (or 60 kg)
- Measurements
- 35–25–35 (B–W–H) · WHR 0.71
- Bra/Cup Size
- C
- Boobs
- Real/Natural
Performances
- Solo
- Nudity (Full)
Extra
- Instagram Followers
- 590k (as of May 2026)
Frequently asked
What distinguishes Marcia Cross's physical appearance beyond her acting roles?
She has distinctive red hair and blue eyes, stands 5'10" tall, and has a slim body type with measurements of 35-25-35.
How long has Marcia Cross been active in the entertainment industry?
She started acting in 1984 and has been active for over 42 years, continuing to the present.
What roles is Marcia Cross best known for?
She is best known for playing Dr. Kimberly Shaw on Melrose Place and Bree Van de Kamp on Desperate Housewives.
Did you know
- Marcia Cross started her career on daytime soap operas before moving to primetime television.
- She has been nominated for three Golden Globe Awards and one Primetime Emmy for her role on Desperate Housewives.
- Her measurements are 35-25-35, and she has a waist-to-hip ratio of 0.71.
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