Lark Voorhies
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Early Life and Background
Lark Voorhies, born Lark Holloway on March 25, 1974, in Nashville, Tennessee, is an accomplished American actress, model, spokesperson, singer, and film producer. She later adopted the stage name "Voorhies," under which she gained widespread fame. Her early foray into acting began at the age of two, though her first prominent television appearance came years later.
Quick Facts
- Birth Date
- 25 Mar, 1974
- Age
- 46 yrs
- Occupations
- Singer
Television actor
Model
Film actor
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- Citizenship
- United States of America
- Birth Place
- Nashville
- Gender
- Female
- Description
- American actress
- Net Worth 2021
- 500 thousand
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Breakthrough with Saved by the Bell
Voorhies is best known for her portrayal of Lisa Turtle in the NBC television series Saved by the Bell. Her performance earned her four Young Artist Award nominations, and she won in both 1990 and 1993. She originally introduced the character in the show Good Morning, Miss Bliss, which served as the predecessor to Saved by the Bell. Voorhies appeared in 13 episodes of the former from 1988 to 1989 before the series evolved into its more recognized format.
She continued playing Lisa Turtle in multiple iterations of the franchise, including Saved by the Bell: The College Years (1993) and an animated segment on Robot Chicken.
Acting Career and Television Roles
Beyond Saved by the Bell, Voorhies had a recurring role in the soap opera Days of Our Lives from 1993 to 1994, portraying a single mother. She also made guest appearances in several television sitcoms and shows, including an episode of Small Wonder when she was 14. In addition to acting on television, she was featured in music videos, including Brian McKnight’s "Never Too Busy."
Writing and Publications
In addition to her work in entertainment, Voorhies is also a published author. She has written multiple books, with True Light being among her more prominent publications. Her literary work has attracted interest from her fan base and reflects her creative ventures beyond screen appearances.
Legal Matters
Voorhies once filed a libel lawsuit against The National Enquirer after it published a story alleging drug issues. She contested the claims and took legal action to defend her reputation, citing the article as damaging and unfounded.