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Rachel Bilson Profile |
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Birth Date: November 13, 1981
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Birth Place: Los Angeles, California, USA
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Birth Name: Rachel Sarah Bilson
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Height: 5'2"
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Biography |
Born in Los Angeles, California in 1981, Rachelle Jade
Bilson was always treated like a princess. Her older
brothers and parents spoiled her from birth and she grew up
quite comfortably as a result. Throughout her childhood
years, she learned how to wrap her older siblings and
friends around her little finger, becoming that cute, sly
girl that everyone can't help but love. In doing so, she
proved she had a natural flair for dramatics even before
hitting the stage or standing in front of a camera.
rachel and all the wrong guys
Her family encouraged her to put her attitude to use by
becoming an actress and so, when she was 7 years old, Mr.
and Mrs. Bilson helped their daughter land her first role in
the film, The Wrong Guys, with comedian Louie Anderson.
Rachel continued to audition for roles during her early
years at Notre Dame High School. Through the recommendation
of a close friend, she received a part in the seven-episode
miniseries, Human Target. The role was small, but it helped
Bilson realize that acting was something she wanted to do
full-time. Following graduation, she pursued this new
passion and hired an agent, who helped get her foot in the
door.
rachel bilson's tv start
Rachel Bilson's first high-profile gig was on stage, in a
production of Bye Bye Birdie. She figured prominently in the
play and used the experience as a launching pad for two more
theatrical productions: The Crucible and Once Upon a
Mattress. She had landed a solid role on a fantasy series
called It's True in 1998, but the show never took off
because CBS couldn't find the financing to air it. Despite
this letdown, Bilson continued to plug away and starred in a
television commercial for Subway before finally coming into
her own.
rachel goes to the o.c.
Thanks to constant auditioning and a well-connected agent,
Bilson reached new heights in 2003. She appeared in an
episode of Buffy the Vampire Slayer and 8 Simple Rules...
for Dating My Teenage Daughter before landing the lead role
in a short film called Unbroken.
Thanks to this exposure, Bilson was invited to attend an
audition for FOX's potential new hit, The O.C. The show was
aiming to target the same audience as previously successful
shows like Beverly Hills, 90210 and Melrose Place. This was
perfectly in line with Bilson's capabilities, whose
youthful, vibrant personality and sexy look impressed the
producers of The O.C. They cast her as Summer Roberts, best
friend of Marissa Cooper (played by Mischa Barton) and
spoiled beauty who personifies the "Valley Girl" stereotype.
magazine appearances for rachel
Since the show's smashing debut in the summer of 2003,
Bilson has become a much-talked about new star and has been
featured in such magazines as Zink, Stuff, CosmoGirl, and YM.
Thanks to the popularity of The O.C., Bilson should be
around for many more years and, even if the show fizzles, we
think her talent and beauty can get her far on both the big
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Other
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Graduated from Notre Dame High School in 1999
Participated in stage productions of "Bye Bye Birdie," "Once
Upon A Mattress" and "The Crucible."
She has a younger step-sister (born 2001) and several older
brothers.
Grandaughter of Bruce Bilson
Niece of Julie Bilson Ahlberg
Was a recurring character on "The O.C." (2003) until she was
offered a contract, and became a regular. She was added to
the opening credits in the episode, "The Countdown".
Has a passion for basketball and is a fan of the Los Angeles
Clippers.
Is a fan of fashion. Her favourite designers are Stella
McCartney and Coco Chanel.
Resides in a two-bedroom condo in Hollywood Hills that has
been in her family for years with her best friend.
Some of her favorite actors include Kate Winslet, Johnny
Depp, Audrey Hepburn and Woody Allen
Is the spokesperson for Bongo jeans.
Daughter of writer/director Danny Bilson and stepdaughter of
Heather Medway.
Great-granddaughter of George Bilson and Hattie Bilson
She has a passion for shoes and loves to shop at Target.
Measures a 34C bustline. (Source: Celebrity Sleuth magazine)
She likes to collect vintage shoes and purses.
Attended the same high school as Kirsten Dunst, but was a
grade ahead of her.
Named #6 on the Maxim magazine Hot 100 of 2005 list. |
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