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Marilu Henner

Marilu Henner (born April 6, 1952) is an American actress and author. She began her career appearing in the original production of the musical ''Grease'' in 1971, before making her screen debut in the 1977 comedy-drama film ''Between the Lines''. In 1978, Henner was cast in her breakthrough role as Elaine O'Connor Nardo in the ABC/NBC sitcom ''Taxi'', a role she played until 1983 and for which she received five Golden Globe Award nominations.

Henner later had co-starring roles in films such as ''Hammett'' (1982), ''The Man Who Loved Women'' (1983), ''Cannonball Run II'' (1984), ''Johnny Dangerously'' (1984), ''Rustlers' Rhapsody'' (1985), ''Ladykillers'' (1988), ''L.A. Story'' (1991), and ''Noises Off'' (1992). She returned to television with a starring role in the CBS sitcom ''Evening Shade'' (1990–1994), and had leading roles in many television films.

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