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Nancy Allen
Career
Active 1973 – present
Biography
About Nancy Allen
Nancy Allen is an American actress who rose to prominence in the 1970s and early 1980s through her roles in Brian De Palma's films. Born and raised in the Bronx, she initially trained as a dancer at the High School of Performing Arts before shifting her focus to acting in her early twenties. She moved to Los Angeles to pursue her career. Her first major role was as Chris Hargensen in the 1976 adaptation of Carrie. Allen later starred in the lead of Robert Zemeckis's comedy I Wanna Hold Your Hand and had a supporting part in Steven Spielberg's 1941. She earned a Golden Globe nomination and three Saturn Award nominations throughout her career. Brown hair, blue eyes, and a 5'6" frame are among her distinguishing features. She is now retired.
Record
Profile details
Personal
- Years Active
- 1973-present (started around 23 years old; 53 years active)
- Birthplace
- The Bronx, New York, United States
- Ethnicity
- Caucasian
Body
- Hair Color
- Brown
- Eye Color
- Blue
- Weight
- 128 lbs (or 58 kg)
- Measurements
- 32–26–36 (B–W–H) · WHR 0.72
- Bra/Cup Size
- 32B show conversions - UK: 32B, EU: 70B, AU: 10B, JP: 70B
- Boobs
- Real/Natural
Frequently asked
What was her first major film role?
Her first major role was as Chris Hargensen in the film adaptation of Carrie (1976), directed by Brian De Palma.
What is she known for in the 1970s and early 1980s?
She came to prominence for her performances in several films directed by Brian De Palma during that era.
What was her original career aspiration?
She aspired to be a dancer and attended the High School of Performing Arts before shifting to acting.
Did you know
- Her father was a New York City police officer, though she was raised in the Bronx.
- She has a Golden Globe Award nomination and three Saturn Award nominations.
- She began acting in her early twenties, and she did not make her acting debut until she was 23.
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