Lori Loughlin Biography
Summary
"Lori Anne Loughlin" (born July 28, 1964) is an American television actress. She is best known for her role as Rebecca Donaldson-Katsopolis on the ABC family series "Full House". As of 2008 she plays Debbie Wilson on "90210", the spin-off of "Beverly Hills 90210". She's also known for the role of Ava Gregory on the The WB Drama series Summerland, which she also co-created.
Early life and education
Loughlin was born in Queens, New York and moved with her family to Oceanside, New York, where she attended Oaks Public Elementary School #3, and then to Hauppauge, Long Island, New York, where she attended Hauppauge High School.
Career
She began her career at age 12 as a print model. During her early teen years she appeared in television commercials, and was frequently seen in national print ads like the Sears catalog and Bradlees weekly flyers. In 1979, she received her first recognizable national television exposure playing a cheerleader with a cast on her leg in a TaB Cola commercial.
At the age of 15, Loughlin was cast on ABC's soap opera "The Edge of Night", playing the part of Jody Travis, an aspiring dancer. After three-and-a-half years, prompted by the urging of Joel Crothers, Loughlin decided to try her luck in feature films and television. She came back to ABC when she was cast on the sitcom "Full House" playing the role of Rebecca Donaldson, which would be her most notable role to date.
After "Full House", she starred alongside Bruce Campbell in "In the Line of Duty: Blades of Glory", which was released in 1997. In 2000, Loughlin co-starred opposite Treat Williams in the Fred Olen Ray-helmed thriller "Critical Mass".
She also made cameos on other sitcoms including "Spin City", "Seinfeld", and "The Drew Carey Show". She also played the superhero Black Canary in the short lived "Birds of Prey" series.
Loughlin was also considered for the role of Sarah Connor in 1984's The Terminator
From 2004 to 2005, Loughlin co-created, produced and starred in the WB drama series "Summerland". She played Ava, the aunt who raises three children after their parents die in a car accident. The series was canceled due to low ratings on July 11, 2005. Loughlin starred on the ABC sitcom "In Case of Emergency" with David Arquette. She appeared in the film "Moondance Alexander", co-starring Kay Panabaker.
She currently stars in the "Beverly Hills, 90210" spinoff "90210" as Debbie Wilson.
Loughlin was in attendance at Comedy Central's "The Roast of Bob Saget" which was hosted by John Stamos, and premiered on August 17, 2008. At her table were "Full House" co-stars Dave Coulier and Jodie Sweetin.
Personal life
Loughlin was married to Michael Burns from 1989 to 1996. In 1997, Loughlin married fashion designer Mossimo Giannulli, the creator of the Mossimo clothing line. They have two daughters together, Isabella Rose (born September 16, 1998) and Olivia Jade (born September 28, 1999).
Filmography
"A Soldier Love Story" (2009/10) (TV, Hallmark Channel) (in production) as Dana
"Grand Theft Auto IV" (2008) as Detective Anne Lockins
"Moondance Alexander" (2008) as Gelsey Alexander
"90210" (TV) (2008) as Debbie Wilson
"In Case of Emergency" (TV) (2007)
"Ghost Whisperer" (2006) as christine in Demon Child episode
"Summerland" (2004) (TV) as Ava Gregory
" Birds of Prey" (2002) as Carolyn Lance/Black Canary
"Spin City" (2001)
"Suckers" (1999)
"Casper: A Spirited Beginning" (1997) (V)
"In the Line of Duty: Blaze of Glory" (1997) (CBS made-for-tv movie)
"Hudson Street" (1995-1996)
"One of Her Own (1994) (made-for-tv movie)
"Empty Cradle (1993)
"Doing Time on Maple Drive" (1992) (Fox made-for-tv movie)
"The Night Before" (1988)
"Back to the Beach" (1987)
"Full House" (1987) (TV) (1988 - 1995)
"Brotherhood of Justice" (1986)
"The Equalizer" (TV: 2 Episodes) (1986 - 1987) as Jenny Morrow
"Rad" (1986) as Christian Hollings
"Secret Admirer" (1985)
"Amityville 3-D" (1983)
"The New Kids" (1983)
"The Edge of Night" (TV soap opera) (1980 - 1983)
Credit
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