Amy Aquino
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Biography
Steady working character actor Amy Aquino has a knack for playing tough, maternal supporting roles. With an impressive history involving Harvard, Yale, Broadway, and repertory theater, she settled down in what could be termed "repertory television." A brief start in films during the late '80s saw small parts in Moonstruck and Working Girl, followed by success on the small screen. In addition to reoccurring roles on Law & Order, Ally McBeal, The Larry Sanders Show, and numerous others, she was a cast member on Picket Fences and the short-lived but well-loved CBS series Brooklyn Bridge. Soon after its cancellation she joined the Screen Actor's Guild board, married a stage carpenter, and played OB/GYN Dr. Janet Coburn on ER. Other choice roles followed, including the therapist Dr. Toni Pavone on Felicity and guest appearances on Judging Amy, Freaks & Geeks, and Zoe, Duncan, Jack & Jane. Though she had small roles in a few films after that (White Oleander, Undisputed, The Singing Detective), she maintained a strong television presence, appearing on the highly rated shows Everybody Loves Raymond, Curb Your Enthusiasm, and Crossing Jordan. ~ Andrea LeVasseur, RoviFilmography:
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Amy Aquino
| Amy Aquino | |
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| Occupation | Television, film, stage actress |
| Spouse | Drew McCoy (1995 - present) |
Amy Aquino is an American television, film, and stage actress.
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Background and education
Aquino is the daughter of Adele and Salvatore Aquino.[1] After graduating from Harvard University in 1979 with a degree in biology, she attended the Yale School of Drama.
Career
Television
Aquino has had recurring roles in several hit television shows, including:
- Brooklyn Bridge (Phyllis Berger Silver, 1991–1993)
- Picket Fences (Dr. Joanna "Joey" Diamond, 1995–1996)
- ER (Dr. Janet Coburn, 1995–2009)
- Judging Amy (Judge Greta Anastassio, 1999–2000)
- Freaks and Geeks (Mrs. Schweiber, 2000)
- Felicity (Dr. Toni Pavone, 2000–2002)
- Crossing Jordan (Detective Lois Carver, 2001–2004)
- Curb Your Enthusiasm (Susan Braudy, 2001–2003)
- Everybody Loves Raymond (Peggy "Hitler" Lipton, 2002–2005)
She has also guest starred on The West Wing, Weeds and Harry's Law. She has often gained notability by playing tough, no-nonsense characters.
Film
Aquino has also appeared in such films as Moonstruck, Working Girl, Boys on the Side, A Lot Like Love, and In Good Company.
SAG-AFTRA
Aquino currently serves as the so-secretary-treasurer for SAG-AFTRA.
Personal
Aquino has been married to Drew McCoy since 1995.
References
- ^ "Amy Aquino Biography". filmreference.com. http://www.filmreference.com/film/87/Amy-Aquino.html.
- "Amy Aquino". Industry Central Profiles: The Working Actor. Industry Central. February 2000. http://industrycentral.net/content/actors/aquino.html. Retrieved 2008-09-19.
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