Linda Purl

Nationality:
American
Birthdate:
09/02/1955
Birthplace:
Greenwich, Connecticut
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biography
This petite blonde player is capable of projecting both a delicate vulnerability and a sturdy strength. Linda Purl has had an active TV career since the early 1970s, frequently appearing in TV-movies to supplement several unsuccessful attempts at a series stardom. She is recalled as the divorcee who (temporarily) won the heart of The Fonz (Henry Winkler) on "Happy Days" (ABC, 1982-83) and more recently starred as a former assistant D.A. running a nightclub and helping offenders walk the straight and narrow in "Robin's Hoods" (syndicated, 1994-95).

Purl was born in Greenwich, Connecticut, but Continued

Credits
Doctor Ruth Young
1998
Amy
Cheryl
Associate Producer
Sheila Munroe
Jessie McCarthy
Laua McCalla
Jessica Michael
milestones
Year
Milestone
 
Born in Connecticut
 
Moved to Japan with her family when her father was transferred there
1962 
Made TV debut hosting children's show from Tokyo, Japan
 
Became member of the Tokyo International Players
1966 
Made professional stage debut playing Helen Keller in a Japanese production of "The Miracle Worker"
Continued