About Pam Potillo
Born 1974. Pam Potillo is an American voice actor and actor.
Pamela Margaret Potillo (born 1974) is an American actress who was best known as Janet on The Cosby Show (1985–1990).
Life and career Pamela Potillo was born in Trenton, New Jersey on December 23, 1968. Raised in New Jersey, Potillo began her career as one of the hosts on the weekend morning kids' news magazine Wonderama, which ran on WNEW-TV. Her role on the show was produced from 1980 to 1987.
In 1984, Potillo made her Broadway debut as Georgia Jones in Shirley Lauro's Open Admissions. She is also known for her recurring role on The Cosby Show as Vanessa Huxtable's friend Janet Meiser from 1985 to 1990. Potillo also appeared with Ben Affleck and Madeline Kahn in an episode of the ABC Afterschool Special.
She received her B.A. from Rutgers University and an M.A. from Pepperdine University.
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Who is Pam Potillo?
American actress and voice over artist
When was Pam Potillo born?
Pam Potillo was born on 30 April 1974 in Trenton.
What is Pam Potillo's occupation?
Pam Potillo is a voice actor and actor.
What nationality is Pam Potillo?
Pam Potillo is American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Pam Potillo. https://biography.guide/pam-potillo/
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