Amy Yasbeck, born Amy Marie Yasbeck on September 12, 1962, in Blue Ash, Ohio, is an American actress best known for her role as Casey Chappel Davenport on the sitcom "Wings" from 1994 to 1997.
She also played the mermaid Madison in the television film "Splash, Too" in 1988, a role originally portrayed by Daryl Hannah in the 1984 film "Splash." Her early life was marked by her parents' diverse backgrounds; her father was of Lebanese descent, and her mother was of Irish ancestry. As a child, she was featured on the package art for the Betty Crocker Easy-Bake Oven.
Her career began with guest-starring roles in various television shows, including "Dallas," "Spies," "Werewolf," "J.J. Starbuck," "Magnum, P.I.," "China Beach," and "Murphy Brown."
She also auditioned for the role of Elaine Benes on "Seinfeld." In 1986-1987, she played Olivia Reed on the long-running daytime drama "Days of Our Lives" and starred as the mermaid Madison in "Splash, Too." Amy's filmography includes roles in "House II: The Second Story," "Pretty Woman," "Problem Child," "Problem Child 2," "The Mask," and "Robin Hood: Men in Tights."
Full Name | Amy Yasbeck |
Other Name | Amy Marie Yasbeck |
Gender | Female |
Profession | Actress |
Date of Birth | 12-September-1962 (62 years) |
Birth Location | Blue Ash, Ohio, U.S. |
Amy Yasbeck was married to actor John Ritter from 1999 until his untimely death in 2003, and they had one daughter together, Stella Ritter. The couple's relationship was tragically marked by John's death on Stella's fifth birthday, which was also the day before Amy's 41st birthday.
Despite the personal loss, she continued to work in the entertainment industry, appearing in shows like "That's So Raven," "Modern Family," "Bones," and "Hot in Cleveland."
Amy Yasbeck is 62 years old
Amy Yasbeck was born on 12-September-1962
Amy Yasbeck was born in Blue Ash, Ohio, U.S.
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