About Jenny Wright
Born 1962. Jenny Wright is an American actor, television actor and film actor.
Jenny Wright is an American retired actress who made her film debut portraying the role of Cushie in the comedy-drama The World According to Garp in 1982.
Career In 1982, Wright made an appearance in the musical drama film Pink Floyd – The Wall, playing an American groupie. She had roles in both The Wild Life (1984) as Eileen and St. Elmo's Fire (1985) as Felicia. She also starred with Anthony Michael Hall in the 1986 thriller Out of Bounds, with Adrian Pasdar as Mae in the 1987 cult horror classic Near Dark, and alongside Ilan Mitchell-Smith in the 1988 drama The Chocolate War. Wright had a lead role in 1989's I, Madman, and small parts in the films Young Guns II (1990) and The Lawnmower Man (1992).
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Who is Jenny Wright?
American actress
When was Jenny Wright born?
Jenny Wright was born on 23 March 1962 in New York City.
What is Jenny Wright's occupation?
Jenny Wright is an actor, television actor and film actor.
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Jenny Wright is American.
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