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Marcia Cross as Bree Van De Kamp on "Desperate Housewives"
Marcia Cross as Bree Van De Kamp on "Desperate Housewives" - © ABC
Marcia Cross stars as Bree Van De Kamp on ABC's "Desperate Housewives."

In 2005, Marcia Cross was nominated for both a Golden Globe Award in the Best Actress category and an Emmy Award in the Best Actress in a Comedy Series category for "Desperate Housewives."

Prior to her role on "Desperate Housewives," Marcia Cross starred as Dr. Linda Abbott on The WB's critically-acclaimed series, "Everwood." Marcia Cross is also well known for her role as Dr. Kimberly Shaw on the hit drama "Melrose Place."

Born and raised in Marlborough, Massachusetts, Marcia Cross was determined to become an actress from the moment she performed in her first school play, "The Witch of Blackbird Pond," in the sixth grade. At the age of 18, Marcia Cross was accepted at the Juilliard School as a Drama major.

On stage, Marcia Cross performed in "La Ronde" at the Williamstown Theater Festival, in "Twelfth Night" at the Hartford Stage Company, and in "Two Gentlemen of Verona" at the Old Globe in San Diego.

Marcia Cross's first television job was on the daytime drama "The Edge of Night." Leaving New York to try her luck in Los Angeles, Marcia Cross was soon landing roles in television movies such as "The Last Days of Frank and Jessie James," co-starring with Johnny Cash and Kris Kristofferson. Her memorable role on "Melrose Place" began when she was hired for one episode. The producers were so impressed, they kept asking Marcia Cross back for additional appearances, eventually bringing her character back from the dead to continue on the hit show.

Marcia Cross also guest-starred on such series as "Seinfeld," where she played Jerry's dermatologist girlfriend, and "Cheers," where she portrayed the younger sister to Kirstie Alley's character. Marcia Cross has also appeared on the comedies "Ally McBeal," "Spin City," "The Garry Shandling Show" and "King of Queens." Marcia Cross's dramatic roles include appearances on "CSI," "Profiler" and "Touched by an Angel," and her film credits include ""Living in Fear," "Always Say Good-bye," "Dancing in September" and "Bad Influence."

Aside from her successful career as an actress, Marcia Cross has also made time to continue her education. She recently completed her clinical training to earn a Masters Degree in Psychology.

Marcia Cross makes her home in Los Angeles.






MARCIA CROSS: FACTS

How tall is Marcia Cross? How old is Marcia Cross? Where was Marcia Cross born? Where does Marcia Cross live? Find out here.

Age: 47 years old
Birthday: March 25, 1962
Height: 5' 8"
Full Name / Real Name: Marcia Anne Cross
Birthplace: Marlborough, MA
Current Residence: Los Angeles, CA
Husband: Tom Mahoney



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