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Brenda Fricker

Irish actress
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Brenda Fricker is an Irish actress born on February 17, 1945, in Dublin. She is widely recognized for her supporting role in the 1989 film My Left Foot: The Story of Christy Brown, for which she won an Academy Award.1

Fricker has had a prolific career in film and television, appearing in numerous productions including Casualty, Home Alone 2: Lost in New York, and The Field. Her work showcases her versatility and enduring presence in the acting world.1

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