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Jennifer Beals

Notable Film and Television Roles

Between 1985 and 2004, Jennifer Beals appeared in a wide range of films and television series. Her credits include The Gamble (1988), Split Decisions (1988), Vampire’s Kiss (1989), Blood and Concrete (1991), Day of Atonement (1992), The Thief and the Cobbler (1993), Mrs. Parker and the Vicious Circle (1994), The Twilight of the Golds (1997), Nothing Sacred (1997), A House Divided (2000), and They Shoot Divas, Don’t They? (2002). These roles showcased her range and helped her maintain a steady presence in Hollywood.

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The L Word and Continued Success

In 2004, Beals took on the lead role of Bette Porter in the groundbreaking television series The L Word. The show was one of the first American TV drama series to feature a group of lesbian characters as main protagonists. Her role earned her further acclaim, including nominations for an NAACP Image Award and a Satellite Award for Best Actress. She portrayed Bette Porter for five seasons, from 2004 to 2009, significantly boosting her public profile and contributing to an estimated net worth of around $5 million.

Personal Life

Jennifer Beals married independent filmmaker Alexandre Rockwell in 1986. Their marriage lasted a decade, ending in divorce in 1996. In 1998, she married Ken Dixon, a Canadian entrepreneur. The couple welcomed their daughter in 2005 and continue to live together, committed to raising their child in a loving and nurturing environment.

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Quick Facts
Birth Date: 19 Dec, 1963
Age: 56 yrs
Citizenship: United States of America
Birth Place: Chicago
Education: Yale College
William Esper Studio
Gender: Female
Description: American actress and a former teen model
Twitter Id: Jenniferbeals
Spouse: Laurel Holloman[1986-1996]
Net Worth 2021: 8 million
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Last Modified: Apr 27 2025
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