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Dominic was born in England, to a Norwegian father and Irish mother. At the age of two, Dominic and his family moved from England to Sydney's Bondi and then moved to the Western Suburbs. After trying his hand at landscape gardening he decided to become an actor whilst watching the war movie Platoon (1986). Due to his working-class background, acting seemed a very unlikely choice of career, so he didn't pursue it until some time later. He studied at The Australian Theatre for Young People (ATYP) and then later enrolled at the Western Australian Academy of Performing arts where he met his future wife Rebecca and studied with Hugh Jackman. In 1997, Dominic scored a role in the TV series Raw FM (1997) and then landed a part in Mission: Impossible II (2000), which was filmed in Australia. He became a TV star. In 2000, he won the Green Card lottery and now lives in Los Angeles with his family. He was spotted by a US talent scout and has been working constantly with roles in the movie Equilibrium (2002), the TV show John Doe (2002), Blade: Trinity (2004), and in the upcoming thriller Three Way (2004) and a new police television drama, Strut.

Born and raised in London, England, Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje began his career as a model in Milan. He graduated with a masters degree in Law from London's prestigious Kings College, before moving to Los Angeles to make the transition to acting. Fluent in several languages, including English, Italian, Yoruba and Swahili, he is best known for his roles in the movies Congo (1995) and The Mummy Returns (2001), and the HBO series Oz (1997).

Born and raised in the Bronx, and spent most of his formative years hanging out in New York City, Kirk Acevedo, who is of Puerto Rican descent, received his BFA from SUNY Purchase and founded a theater company called The Rorschach Group. After guest-starring on several television shows like New York Undercover (1994) and Law & Order (1990), he landed his best-known role as Alvarez, a morose and violent prisoner struggling for redemption on HBO's notoriously gritty Oz (1997). Though he was nominated for a Cable Ace award and an ALMA award for his work on Oz (1997), it was Acevedo's role as Pvt. Tella in The Thin Red Line (1998) that won him an ALMA.

Born June 7, 1967 to James Raul 'Mike' Navarro and Constance Colleen Hopkins. His paternal grandparents immigrated from Mexico; his mother, Constance, was a model and worked on Let's Make a Deal (1963). After his parents divorced when he was seven, Dave moved with his mother to Bel Air, and lived with her until she was murdered in March 1983 by her boyfriend. Her murderer was eventually caught thanks to the help of America's Most Wanted: America Fights Back (1988). While at a skating park, Dave heard a Jimi Hendrix song, and decided to become a professional guitar player. After stints in both Jane's Addiction and Red Hot Chili Peppers (during his time with the latter group, Dave caused a sensation when he smooched band mate Flea on the cover of "Guitar" magazine) and turning down offers to join Guns N' Roses, he started his own band, "Spread", and released a solo album, "Trust No One".

Richard Franklin Nichols was born on in Hollywood, California. He worked in movies from 6-months-old until about 12 years. He was the youngest of seven children, most of whom worked in movies. Older brothers worked in "Our Gang" comedies and in "The East Side Kids". Both Ray Nichols and Paul Nichols had parts in Boys Town (1938) with Spencer Tracy. Eddie Nichols played in Incendiary Blonde (1945). Betty Jean Nichols played in The Bells of St. Mary's (1945).

His first movie was as an infant in Don't Turn 'em Loose (1936) in 1936; he had small parts in The Blue Bird (1940) and Swing, You Swingers! (1939). Four of the family played the four siblings in a home in Vigil in the Night (1940); he and his sister, Betty, had small parts in Hitler's Madman (1943); and he made many more appearances as a child actor.

He attended Hollywood Professional School (1st Grade), Vine Street Elementary, Bancroft Junior High, and Hollywood High School. Later, he retired to the South after 44 years as a minister. His wife was from Mississippi and they had two daughters and seven grandchildren.

BAFTA Award Winner Harley made history in 2011 by becoming the youngest actor to receive a BAFTA Award for Best Performer at the Children's BAFTAs; as voice of much loved cartoon character Peppa Pig.

Harley is nominated for Most Promising Newcomer at the British International Film Awards 2013 for her role as Piper in How I Live Now.

Harley plays lead role of Piper in Oscar-winning director Kevin Macdonald's feature film How I Live Now; an adaptation of Meg Rosoff's multi award winning novel How I Live Now; starring Saoirse Ronan.

Within weeks of being with Alphabet Kidz Agency Harley got her first Lead Role as the voice of Peppa Pig in Channel 5's BAFTA award winning TV Series Peppa Pig. Harley has also recorded voices for the hugely popular UK and US Animation Wonder Pets on Nick Jr., lots of Peppa Pig toys for the UK and US; and some well known commercials, including ads for Vodafone and ITV's This Morning. Harley has been the voice of Peppa Pig since 2009 and has appeared in over 100 episodes of the animated series, which is shown in 180 countries, including Channel 5 and Nick Jr. in the UK. Harley's first on screen role came when she starred as Daisy in short film Blueberry - A fairy tale film made in the feel and mould of the popular Roald Dhal's Children stories. Harley will be on our screens this winter 2013 as a regular panelist on new CBBC Show The Dog Ate my Homework.

Harley has also presented a feature on CBBC 'Newsround' and been interviewed for numerous TV shows after winning her BAFTA including ITV This Morning, BBC Breakfast, CH5 Live with Gabby (Gabby Logan); and interviewed for BBC Radio, Five Live, and BBC Radio One's Chris Moyles Breakfast show (in character as Peppa).

His paternal grandparents were Marie Cessete Dumas (a Haitian slave) and Marquis Antoine Davy de la Pailleterie. Antoine disapproved of their son, Thomas-Alexandre, joining the French army under the "Davy de la Pailleterie" name, so Thomas-Alexandre used his mother's surname instead. He became a valued general of Napoleon, and after he married the daughter of a local tavern owner, Thomas-Alexandre had a son of his own. This son was Alexandre Dumas, who became world-famous as the author of "The Three Musketeers" and "The Count of Monte Cristo".

Maddie Nichols was born on the 28th of January in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, USA to Byron Lee Nichols and Rhonda Kay (Guidry) Nichols. She began acting at 10 and made her start with student films and silly shorts with her friends; eventually getting more roles as time went on. Inspired by creative crew members who have become close friends, she hopes to learn from her set experience and eventually direct projects of her own.

Angel Nichole Bradford is an award-winning American actress, special effects (SFX) makeup artist, and model from North Carolina. Her multifaceted career in the entertainment industry is marked by a blend of on-screen performances and behind-the-scenes artistry.

Bradford's journey began in the independent film circuit, where she quickly made a name for herself as a versatile actress. Her filmography includes notable roles in horror and thriller genres, such as "Debbie Does Demons," "Amityville Ripper," and "Crackcoon." In these projects, she not only showcased her acting prowess but also contributed her skills as a special effects makeup artist, demonstrating a unique ability to merge performance with visual artistry.

Beyond acting and makeup artistry, Bradford has expanded her creative horizons into modeling and directing. Her modeling work complements her on-screen presence, adding another dimension to her artistic repertoire. As a budding director, she has begun to influence the creative direction of projects, further solidifying her role as a multifaceted artist in the industry.

Bradford's dedication to her craft and her ability to seamlessly integrate multiple disciplines within the entertainment industry make her a dynamic and inspiring figure. Her ongoing contributions continue to enrich the fields of acting, special effects makeup, modeling, and directing, reflecting a deep-seated passion for storytelling and artistic expression.

A Bengali actress who achieved success young, Sharmila appeared in numerous Bengali classics before making the jump to Hindi cinema, which first made her a romantic actress and later a legendary actress thanks to her intense films opposite Superstar Rajesh Khanna. A distant relative of poet Rabindranath Tagore, she is also the wife of His Highness Mansur Ali Khan Pataudi, Nawab of Pataudi, with whom she has three children, actor Saif Ali Khan born 16 August 1970, Saba and Soha Ali Khan, born 4 October 1978. Her pairing with Shammi Kapoor made her famous in the sixties but as an actress she evolved and became popular due to different films, each belonging to different genre, she did opposite the Superstar Rajesh Khanna.The pair gave 6 box office blockbusters and 3 unfortunate box office flops which were critically acclaimed films. Sharmila's pairing opposite male actors Rajesh Khanna, Dharmendra and Shashi Kapoor was loved by the audiences, though Khanna-Sharmila pair remained the most popular with both critics and audience.

Great-great-granddaughter of "The Commodore" Cornelius Vanderbilt, founder of her family's fortune. Her maternal aunt, Lady Thelma Furness, was a mistress of King Edward VIII of Great Britain. Gloria is a close cousin of the British Dukes of Marlborough.

This veteran actor character actor is best remembered as dentist Larry Williams on the critically acclaimed HBO series Treme which chronicled the lives of post Hurricane Katrina natives and their efforts in rebuilding their lives. His memorable performance as the "faith healing" preacher preacher in The Curious Case Of Benjamin Button garnered praise from critics and the general public.

He recurs as The River King in the AMC television series Into The Badlands and recently started production on the new SyFy/USA series The Purge working under the direction of Emmy Winner Anthony Hemingway whom he collaborated with for four seasons on Treme. Mr. Nichols and his wife Zardis co-produced their first television pilot Shepherd which won Best Drama at the prestigious ITVFest in 2017 and where he won Best Actor in a Drama. Their win garnered a development meeting with HBO.

Lance and his wife are co-owners of Lanzardis Productions which specializes in training young professionals for working in the entertainment industry. In their leisure time they enjoy travel, dining and attending the New Orleans Saints football games.

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Lissette Nichols is half Dominican, half Panamanian, 1st generation American Actress. She attended college at New Mexico State University where she earned her first degree in Theatre Arts with an Acting emphasis for Stage acting. From there, she went on to receive her second degree in Elementary Education while she continued to inspire children to bring out their special gifts in performing arts. For years, while growing her family, she wrote, produced, directed, and choreographed children's Christmas musicals. She built an amazing production team using volunteers, had the privilege to work hand in hand with 80+ kids, and directed more than 500+ children during the holiday season. She is most known for her original Christmas production, "Mary Had a Little Lamb" the Children's Musical. She is certified as a Mental Performance Coach, is on the Board of Directors for Women in Film in NM, and has been a motivational speaker for women since 2015. She is a proud mama of 3 and continues to live out her passion in the commercial and film world. Her passion is to empower others to live out their dreams at any stage of life with hard work, determination, and commitment!

Eboni Nichols is a multi-hyphenate-producer, choreographer and dancer. She most recently launched E. Nichols Productions focused on producing live award shows. Over the past few years, she's worked on the 97th Academy Awards, Grammys, Kennedy Center Honors, Jamie Foxx's Netflix special-What Had Happened Was, and Grammys Presents Hip Hop 50th.

Eboni is also a well-known and highly regarded choreographer for over 15 years. She has worked on a variety of different films and television programs including Night School, Fresh Off the Boat, Loot, Jane the Virgin, American Idol, and Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle.

Prior to her work as a choreographer, Eboni was a successful dancer performing in several music videos and touring with artists including Beyoncé, Rihanna, Usher and Aaliyah.

Early in Eboni's career, she was an actress and a member of the Los Angeles Laker Girls.

Eboni is a former Co-Governor of the Choreography Peer Group of the Television Academy.

Jade O Connor is an Irish Actor and Music Artist.

O Connor attended The Leinster School of Music & Drama. At 19 She won a scholarship to Millennium Performing Arts in London where she cut her teeth as an actor. It was here she was recognised for her acting and singing talents and won the Millennium Awards for Best Actor & Best singer for her portrayal of Mary O Donnell in Bombshells by Annette McLaughlin and Laurie Williams in Oklahoma awarded to her by Ruthie Henshall.

She has also studied with: Louise Kiely Acting for Screen RADA elements Acting Programme Vocal & performance Training Gemma Sugrue Programme Amy Rowan - Acting For Screen Masterclass The Irish Film Academy, Temple Bar, Dublin Acting for Screen Programme Vocal Training - Mary King ( English National Opera & BBC )

As an on screen actor and voice over artist she can be seen in: Samhlú - A film by Fibin Productions for tg4 Cold Memory - A Radio Play by John Casey - Near FM Red Water - TV series - Element Pictures - BBC and RTÉ (Voiceover Artist) Small Town TV series by Gerard Barrett - RTÉ ( Voiceover Artist) Irelands GAA - Where We all Belong campaign - RTÉ, National Radio & Spotify (actor & VO artist) Shrimp Woman in The Bonny-men music video Ear worm Directed by Gavin Fitzgerald.

Nutan Samarth was born on June 4 1936 to poet Kumarsen Samarth and his actress wife 'Shobhana' as the eldest of their four children (a younger sister is the actress Tanuja Samarth). Her parents separated when she was a small child. 13-year-old Nutan made her debut in K. Asif's "Hamari Beti". She was a beauty queen as well, being crowned Miss Mussorie in 1952. Success at so young an age was trying, and Nutan temporarily quit films in the 50s to move to Switzerland. She returned, married Commander Rajnish Bahl, and began the most innovative and successful faze of her career. She made her mark as a versatile actress able to portray comedy, drama, and romance with equal skill. Nutan was awarded a record-breaking 5 Filmfare awards for Best Actress and one for Outstanding Performance. Her career declined during the 70s and 80s and she spent much of her time collecting rare artefacts and spending time with her family. Nutan died of cancer in February 1991.

Born the sole heir to the throne of the nation of Monaco, Prince Rainier lived his life by duty. The son of Charlotte Grimaldi, the illegitimate daughter of Monaco's Prince Louis, Rainier was the aging Monarch's only grandson and was therefore invested as his heir. He knew the constraints of duty immediately - as he was sole heir, he could not abdicate his throne for any reason, as there was no-one else to take it over. By law, Monaco must have a male Grimaldi as ruler, or the principality reverts to the ownership of France. While still a young man, Rainier was forced to break off plans to marry his girlfriend after tests showed she was infertile. While he cared for her, Monaco had to have an heir. He soon became known as the wealthiest bachelor in the world, and for a short time even Marilyn Monroe was considered for his bride. Instead, he wed famous film star Grace Kelly in what was termed "the Wedding of the Century". A year later the new Princess Grace gave birth to their first child, daughter Princess Caroline of Monaco. A year after this event came the birth of their son and heir Prince Albert of Monaco, Marquis of Baux. A few years later Princess Stéphanie of Monaco arrived to round out the family. After the tragic death of Princess Grace in a car accident, Princess Caroline took on her mother's role as Monaco's unofficial First Lady. Caroline has three children (Andrea, Pierre, and Charlotte) by her second husband, Stefano Casiraghi (who died in a speed-boat accident) and a daughter (Princess Alexandra) by her third husband, Prince Ernst August of Hanover. Princess Stephanie has two children by her short-lived marriage to bodyguard Daniel Ducruet and an illegitimate daughter, Camille. Prince Albert remained unmarried, and seemingly inherited his father's former title as the most eligible Prince in the world. Rainer had many health problems in later life, and died in hospital on April 5th 2005 following a long illness, at the age of 81. Following his state funeral, attended by many world dignitaries and royalty, his son formally succeeded him as Prince Albert II of Monaco.

Toby got his start in film by starring in the short films made by his older brother. Playing all sorts of different roles in those shorts got him ready for his opportunity when it came around. He was discovered in an acting class and has since booked lead and supporting roles in feature films, prime time TV and prize winning short films.

He is the youngest of 6 children and has an adventurous streak that is probably the result of growing up in a house full of teenagers.

Originally from Chicago, Brittani Nichols is a writer, actor, and comedian living in Los Angeles. Suicide Kale, the feature she produced, wrote, and starred, won numerous awards including the Audience Award at Outfest and Newfest. Brittani has appeared on the Emmy-nominated television shows, Transparent and A Black Lady Sketch Show. She is currently a producer and writer on ABC's Emmy-winning hit show, Abbott Elementary.

The dreamiest of the talented Brontë clan, Emily Jane Brontë was born in 1818. Her mother died when she was barely more than a toddler, and Emily and her younger sister, Anne, became very close. Along with their other siblings, 'Charlotte Bronte' and Branwell Bronte, they invented the make-believe kingdoms of Angria and Gondal, which occupied their lonely childhoods.

Emily never socialized well, and had few friends outside her family. In 1846 she and her sisters published a compilation of their poetry, "Poems", which was followed a year later by Emily's only novel, "Wuthering Heights". An intense and powerful novel, whose enigmatic hero Heathcliff was modeled on Emily's brother, Branwell, "Wuthering Heights" was not an immediate success like Charlotte's "Jane Eyre", but was later recognized as one of the best books of English Literature. Like her sisters, Emily published her book under a male pseudonym, Eliss Bell. In 1848, while attending the funeral of her brother Branwell, Emily caught a cold that developed quickly into the tuberculosis that would take her own life later that year.

Ronald Adam was a man who combined an acting career with an extra-ordinary military career that encompassed being a victim of the Red Baron in World War One to taking his revenge as an RAF fighter controller in the Battle of Britain. Born Ronald George Hinings Adams on the last day of 1896, he was educated at University College, London. When still only 17 years of age, Adams volunteered to join the British army on the outbreak of the first world war. On December 2nd 1914, he was commissioned as a temporary second Lieutenant in the 15th (reserve) battalion of the Middlesex regiment. He then transferred to the Royal Flying Corps (RFC) as an observer and then undertook pilot training. Adams then served with 18 squadron and flew Sopwith Camel's with 44 squadron on home defense duties. He then joined 73 squadron, also flying Sopwith Camel's in France. On April 7th 1918, he was shot down near Villers-Brettoneux in northern France. Historians still debate who shot down Adams, some argue his victor was Ltn Hans Kirchstein, but many others think that he was the 78th victim of the legendary Baron Manfred von Richthofen, known to history as "The Red Baron". Adams was wounded and captured and, on the evening of his aerial defeat, was visited by a German orderly who gave him Von Richthofen's compliments. Ronald Adams spent eight months in hospitals and prison camps before he was re-repatriated on 17th December 1918, the 15th anniversary of the Wright brothers first powered flight.

Post-war Adams trained as a chartered accountant and then moved into theatre management, running the Embassy Theatre in London. He then decided to become an actor proper, altering his name slightly to Ronald Adam. He also wrote books and several of his plays were staged. From 1936 he began to work in films. On the outbreak of the second world war Ronald Adam rejoined the Royal Air Force (RAF) and during the Battle of Britain which raged over England in the summer of 1940 he was the fighter controller for the Hornchurch sector. No matter how good the RAF's Spitfire and Hurricanes were, they could not be effective unless they could intercept the armada of incoming German planes. It was Wing Commander Ronald Adam's job to co-ordinate the RAF fighter command interceptions from data gathered by radar and ground observers and then dispatch fighters to intercept. It was a vital role in one of histories decisive battles in which the future of western civilization was at stake. Post war Ronald Adam lived in Surbiton, Surrey and died on 28th March 1979. He was 83 years of age.

Born in Manchester, England on November 24 1849, Frances Eliza Hodgson was the eldest daughter in a family of two boys and three girls. After her father's death when she was three years old, the Hodgsdons experienced severe financial difficulties. As a young girl, she would scrawl little stories on sheets of old notebooks, as she was unable to afford proper writing materials. In 1865 the family moved to Tennessee where they lived in a log cabin and the teenage Frances set up a little school. She began submitting stories to women's magazines and in a time when most women did not have careers, Frances Eliza Hodgsdon was a literary success. In 1873 she married Dr. Swan Burnett and they had two sons -- Lionel, born 1874, and Vivian, born 1876 -- but the marriage was not a happy one. Her younger son, Vivian, clamoured for something for little boys to read, so Frances wrote "Little Lord Fauntleroy" and modeled the main character after him. In 1890 tragedy struck when her eldest son, Lionel, died of influenza. Frances and Swan separated and finally divorced in 1898, and she went on to remarry Stephen Townshend. Frances moved to Long Island, New York in 1901 and there began to write her two most famous stories -- "A Little Princess" and "The Secret Garden", inspired by her poor childhood and her love for gardening. She became rather eccentric in her old age, but delighted in her grandchildren. Frances Hodgson Burnett died on 29 October 1924.

Matthew Nichols is an aspiring actor who honed his craft at the prestigious Stella Adler Acting Academy. With a foundation rooted in the teachings of one of the most respected acting schools, Matthew has developed a strong command of his craft, mastering techniques that bring depth and authenticity to his performances. He is passionate about exploring complex characters and narratives, and is eager to make his mark in both film and television, bringing his dedication and artistry to every role he undertakes.

Born February 23 1685 in Halle, Germany, he was christened "Georg Friederich Händel" but always signed his name "Georg Friedrich Händel". His father intended for him to go into law, but Händel studied music clandestinely and was eventually allowed to study under an organist. He achieved some success early on, and toured Italy in 1706. He briefly worked in Hannover before departing for London in 1711. While in England Händel composed a number of anthems, operas, and church music, and in 1723 he became a British citizen. He premiered "Messiah" in Ireland as a charity aid, and this quickly became his most famous work. He died early in the morning on 14 April 1759, and was buried in Westminster Abbey under a monument that reads: "George Frederic Handel". 3,000 people attended his funeral.

Born to a German father and an African-American mother, Charli was raised mainly by her elder half-sister, Yolanda. After graduating Pierce College and having two daughters, she met the Notorious B.I.G. at a concert in the summer of 1995. He supported her in her rap ambitions, but after his death Charli went into a tailspin. She pulled herself back together in time to attend his funeral, and released her own album, "Ice", and worked on the "Woo" Soundtrack.