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Amanda Tapping in "Sanctuary"
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Following a record-breaking 10 seasons as the brilliant Air Force Colonel Samantha Carter on "Stargate SG-1," as well as a season on the series' popular spin-off series "Stargate Atlantis," Amanda Tapping is switching personas completely as she takes on the exciting role of the enigmatic and beautiful Dr. Helen Magnus in SCI FI Channel's "Sanctuary." In addition to starring in the series, Amanda Tapping also flexes her creative and business muscles as executive producer of the show.

After the wrap of "Stargate SG-1," Tapping continued her role as Col. Carter in two DVD movies, "Stargate: The Ark of Truth" and "Stargate: Continuum," much to her fans' anticipation and appreciation around the world.

Amanda Tapping was born in Rochford, England, and raised in Toronto, Canada, with her three brothers. Amanda Tapping has enjoyed a very active television career outside the gate, having had the pleasure of starring on another show for the SCI FI Channel as host of the series "Proof Positive," which explores the science front of "fact versus fiction." Amanda Tapping has also guest starred on the television series "The X-Files," "Due South," "Forever Knight," "Kung-Fu: The Legend Continues," "The Newsroom," "Millennium" and "The Outer Limits." In addition, Amanda Tapping was a series regular on the Disney series "Flash Forward." Amanda Tapping's other television credits include "Lessons in Love," "Remembrance," "The Haunting of Lisa," "Degree of Guilt" and "Abby Lord." She also appeared in the USA miniseries "Traffic."

A graduate of the University of Windsor School of Dramatic Art, Amanda Tapping has performed in such theatrical productions as "Steel Magnolias," "Look Back In Anger," "Children of a Lesser God," "Noises Off," "The Lion in Winter," "Picnic," "The Shadow Walkers" and "The Taming of the Shrew." Amanda Tapping is also the co-founder of the Canadian comedy troupe, Random Acts.

Due to the popularity of "Stargate" on Armed Forces TV, Amanda Tapping and other cast members were invited to visit the troops in Qatar on a USO Handshake Tour, spending time with thousands of men and women over two days—a trip that was moving both personally and professionally.

A strong believer in mentorship and dedicated to constantly improving the world of the arts, whether she is behind or in front of the camera, Amanda Tapping is active in a number of professional organizations. Amanda Tapping is an advocate of various charities and has contributed new computers to The Coast Foundation, a support agency for people with mental disabilities, and also has had the honor to serve for a number of years as emcee for the celebrated Diamond Ball in support of The Canadian Cancer Society. Amanda Tapping traveled to Toronto to perform in "The Vagina Monologues" as part of V-Day, a worldwide movement to end violence against women. Tapping is also a proud spokesperson for UNICEF and a supporter of the Waterkeepers Alliance.

Amanda Tapping made her directorial debut with an episode of "Stargate SG-1" ("Resurrection"), which garnered her a Leo Award nomination for Best Director. Amanda Tapping has also earned three Leo Awards for Best Actress. Amanda Tapping has been nominated for two Gemini Awards and four Saturn Awards for her role on "SG-1." Amanda Tapping won the Saturn Award for Best Supporting Actress in 2005. "Multichannel News" and Women in Cable & Telecommunications in New York also honored her in 2003 as a "Wonder Woman on Air."

Amanda Tapping currently resides in Vancouver where she enjoys kayaking and hiking with her husband, Alan, daughter Olivia, and their dog, George.






AMANDA TAPPING: FACTS

How tall is Amanda Tapping? How old is Amanda Tapping? Where was Amanda Tapping born? Where does Amanda Tapping live? Find out here.

Age: 44 years old
Birthday: August 28, 1965
Height: 5' 9"
Birthplace: Rochford, Essex, England, UK
Hometown: Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Current Residence: Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Husband: Allan Kovacs




AMANDA TAPPING: NEWS


Amanda Tapping in "Sanctuary"People's Choice Winner 'Stargate Atlantis' Begins Production on Season 5Robert Picardo joins the cast this season, which will also see appearances by Paul McGillion, Amanda Tapping and Michael Shanks. Read more...

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"Stargate Universe" Cast'Stargate Universe' Launches at Warp SpeedThe first year of the latest "Stargate" installment has become the most watched season in the franchise series since 2005. Read more...
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AMANDA TAPPING: TWEETS

@AmandaOnEllen i will try i was just gonna say Amanda Tapping on the ellen show lol :) he he
2 hours ago
@octoberaine LOL. it is good. just not as full of hotness as SG1 and the Amanda Tapping Hot Factor.
16 hours ago
Having Amanda Tapping speak into the camera as if to you in Magnus's voice is so fantastic. *geek*
18 hours ago
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1 day ago
Amanda Tapping is really HOT w/a British accent and dark hair.
1 day ago
@BookShopHannah i'm showing my love for amanda tapping! She's an awesome actress! Look her up :)
1 day ago
My roomate is evil and making me take photos with her. Maybe I can use this as an excuse to get the photos to get Amanda Tapping on Ellen.
1 day ago
@youcallmegeek Amanda Tapping on the Ellen Show! =P
2 days ago
@youcallmegeek It's the Twitter fan account trying to get Amanda Tapping on the Ellen Degenereis Show. 'Cause we think it would be epic. =P
2 days ago
@AmandaOnEllen what can I do to get Amanda Tapping on Ellen? I think that it would be amazing if she got on the show!
2 days ago
Has anyone watched the show Sanctuary? It is kinda strange. Almost didn't recognize Amanda Tapping.
2 days ago
@Youcallmegeek its a little less severe cuz it wasnt Amanda Tapping yet! That would be certain to drive any crazy fan like us totally insane
2 days ago
@youcallmegeek @Saliza88 IT WAS A DM FROM AMANDA TAPPING, HOW ON EARTH AM I SUPPOSED TO BE CALM ABOUT?!?!? I'm okay.
2 days ago
@Bilbo2_0 eh? whatcha mean? is gonna be Academy Award Winner 14 times over :D:D presented by Amanda Tapping,where we'll fall up the stairs:D
3 days ago
@Bilbo2_0 and Christopher Walken does an impersonation of you 8D...Amanda Tapping is presenting it 8D
3 days ago
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3 days ago