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Nicolette Sheridan Profile |
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Birth Date: November 21, 1963
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Birth Place: Worthing, Sussex, England, UK
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Birth Name: Nicolette Sheridan
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Height: 5'8"
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Biography |
Granddaughter of famed English actress Dinah Sheridan,
Nicollette was born in Sussex, England, on November 21,
1963. She was raised in London before moving to Los Angeles
to pursue acting, like much of the rest of her family.
In 1978, she met and wooed musician Leif Garrett, and
proceeded to move in with him under his mother's roof even
though she was only 15. The romance lasted six years, ending
just as Nicollette's acting career was getting serious.
1984 marked the debut of her television career, as she
landed a small role on the series Paper Dolls. Following a
couple of other small gigs and a spot in the film The Sure
Thing (1985) with John Cusack, Sheridan hit the jackpot.
In 1986, she got the part of Paige Matheson on Knots
Landing, which was already a well-established primetime soap
opera.
For seven years, Sheridan spiced up Knots with her saucy
portrayal of the beautiful and conniving Matheson. She made
headlines outside of the show as well, as her name was often
romantically linked with the stars of the day, including
Michael Bolton and Scott Baio.
In 1990, People magazine voted her one of the 50 Most
Beautiful People in the world. The next year, she married
Harry Hamlin of L.A. Law fame. They divorced in 1993 without
having had any children.
Following her run on Knots Landing, Sheridan showed up in
made-for-TV-movies like A Time to Heal (1994), Virus (1995)
and The People Next Door (1996). Don't remember those
appearances? Neither do we
Nicollette had higher profile roles over the course of the
next two years, showing up with Leslie Nielsen in Spy Hard
(1996) and with Chris Farley and Chris Rock in Beverly Hills
Ninja (1997).
There was a subsequent rut in Sheridan's career, with
low-rated TV performances coming one after the other. Those
curious enough to check out the B movies she made may have
seen Raw Nerve (1999) with Mario Van Peebles or Lost
Treasure (2003) with Stephen Baldwin.
Fortunately for Nicollette, the magic of Knots Landing was
revived in 2004, when ABC's Desperate Housewives hit the
air. Sheridan landed the part of Edie Britt, a saucy
divorcee bent on teasing all the neighborhood's men.
As Housewives' ratings climbed, ABC took more and more risks
with the characters of the show. As a promo for an upcoming
episode, they sent Sheridan to do an intro for a Monday
Night Football Dallas versus Philadelphia game in 2004. In
the skit, Nicollette appeared in the players' locker room
wearing only a towel, flirted with star Philadelphia
receiver Terrell Owens, then dropped her towel and jumped
into his arms.
This display, nicknamed "Towelgate," was TV's biggest
scandal since Janet Jackson's "wardrobe malfunction" during
the 2004 Super Bowl. It boosted Desperate Housewives'
ratings, created a lot of controversy, and increased
attention for Sheridan.
Months later, Nicollette is still riding this wave of
publicity and, if her show continues to be as successful,
she should remain in the spotlight for some time.
On a personal note, Nicollette got engaged to Swedish actor
Niklas Soderblom over the 2005 New Year weekend. |
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Other
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Chosen by People magazine as one of the 50 Most Beautiful
People in the world [1990]
Has a half brother named Nick Savalas. (his father was Telly
Savalas).
At one time, was dating singer Michael Bolton.
Mother is English actress Sally Sheridan
Met Leif Garrett at age 15. Lived with him under his
mother's roof as a minor. The relationship lasted 6 years.
Measurements: 34B-24-35 (Source: Celebrity Sleuth magazine)
Despite the fact that she was born in England and contrary
to several sources, she is not the granddaughter of the
British actress Dinah Sheridan. They are not related.
In November 2004, spent 1 week in the center of the sports
world as a key figure in a controversial skit preceding
ABC's "NFL Monday Night Football" (1970) in which she ran
supposedly nude into the arms of Philadelphia WR Terrell
Owens. The skit was designed to bring viewers to ABC's
"Desperate Housewives" (2004), whose next episode posted the
show's highest numbers to date.
Chosen the worst-dressed celebrity in 2004 by fashion critic
Mr. Blackwell (Richard Selzer).
Lost the part of Grace Adler, in "Will & Grace" (1998), to
Debra Messing at the final auditions.
Has a golden retriever named Oliver.
She only has 1 ear pierced, so she often wears clip on
earrings.
Is of Greek descent
Former stepdaughter of Telly Savalas
Speaks Greek fluently.
Was encouraged to be proud of her Greek descent by her
stepfather and godfather, Telly Savalas.
Has been riding horses since she was 3 years old.
Shares a birthday with Jena Malone, Björk, Goldie Hawn,
Rachel Rogers, & Juliet Mills
Originally auditioned for the role of "Bree VanDecamp" (now
played by Marcia Cross) on "Desperate Housewives" (2004),
before auditioning and receiving the role of Edie Brit.
Engaged to Michael Bolton [March 14, 2006].
Was engaged to Niklas Soderlom but the couple split in
November 2005
Is a vegetarian and believes that any life, big or small,
deserves the right to live. |
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