Melonie Haller

Melonie Haller (born ) is an American actress known for her role as Angie Grabowski on the television comedy series Welcome Back, Kotter during its third season (1977–78). Before Kotter, Haller had small uncredited roles in The Love Machine and The French Connection, both 1971. Haller appeared in the March 1980 issue of Playboy magazine.

Early years Haller was born in New Orleans and grew up in Ridgefield, Connecticut.

Career Haller's portrayal of Angie on Welcome Back, Kotter began on January 12, 1978. She was selected for the part, her first acting role, from more than 100 young women who were tested for it. Radin claimed that Haller had consented to sexual games during the party.

The Haller case was widely covered by the New York City press. In 1981, businessman Robert McKeage pleaded guilty to assaulting Haller, and was sentenced to 30 days imprisonment.