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Debbie Zipp (born 28 June 1952) is an American actor, writer, and producer. She is married to Michael Horton (actor)Michael Horton]] (1975) and has two children, Cali and Trevor.[1]
Career
[edit]Zipp has appeared in numerous television shows and movies, including Gilmore Girls, Murder, She Wrote, and Double Exposure. She is the head of In The Trenches Productions, where she has produced, directed, and acted in many short films.[2] She is also the co-author of The Aspiring Actor’s Handbook: What Seasoned Actors Wish They Had Known (2013).[2]
Zipp began acting at the age of five.[3] She grew up in a creative environment and was inspired by various forms of art from an early age.[1] She pursued formal training to hone her skills and prepare for a successful career in acting,[1] by performing in Junior High as ‘Ma’ in Its Cold In Them Thar Hills.[3]
In her early career, Debbie worked in local theater productions, where she gained experience and broadened her skills as an actor. Her first breakout role came when she was cast in a Broadway production.[1]
After her Broadway role, Zipp transitioned smoothly into television, where she made numerous guest appearances on popular shows. This versatility led her to take on a variety of roles, from comedic to dramatic.[1] Some of her leading stage roles in Los Angeles include Judy in Sirens of Seduction, ‘Gracie’ in Let’s Get The Whole Thing Gershwin, and ‘Debbie’ in The Good One .[3] On television, she appeared in numerous shows as a guest star. Zipp is best known for her recurring lead role as ‘Donna’ in the show Murder, She Wrote, and her principal roles in over 300 national television commercials.[3] Zipp also appeared in several films, (see below).[1]
In addition to her acting career, Debbie Zipp is the President of the non-profit organization ACTRESSES @ WORK, where she helped lead the fight against ageism for women and fought to change the way the entertainment industry views and utilizes women over 40.[3] Zipp saw the way the opportunities for work as an actress diminished greatly after she turned 40, and she decided to change this for all women of a certain age.[3] ACTRESSES @ WORK has produced two documentary shorts: “Invisible Women” and “The Forgotten Grave’, as well as three PSAs on ageism, and the stage production of “Magpies Tea Room”.[3]
In addition to ACTRESSES @ WORK, Zipp co-founded IN THE TRENCHES PRODUCTIONS, a for-profit production company, with Jan Bina, Claire Callaway, and Judith Drake.[3] All films produced by IN THE TRENCHES PRODUCTIONS must star a woman over 40. The company has produced “Quick Soap,” “Believe It Baby,” “A Host Of Trouble,” “Forgotten Grave,” “Living Large With Less,” and “Transitions”.[3]
Zipp continues to participate in workshops and mentorship programs to help inspire young actors and give feedback to the community.[1] She is proud of her volunteer work with animals and has served twice as a unit PTA President.[3]
Awards and Recognitions
[edit]The Drama Desk Award - nominated for her performance in a Broadway production[1]
The Screen Actors Guild Award - nominated for her ensemble work in a television series[1]
The Broadway World Award - the winner for the Best Actress in a Musical[1]
In addition to her acting and production careers, Debbie Zipp has been inducted into the Boomer Diva Nation Walk of Fame.
Personal Life
[edit]Debbie Zipp was born to Virginia (Ginny) and Wilbur Zipp and was born on 28 June 1952 is an American actor, writer, and producer. She attended the University of California and graduated with a degree in Theater Arts.
Partial TV and Film Credits
[edit]- Murder, She Wrote (5 episodes from 1988-1990)
- Oklahoma!
- Death of a Salesman
- Hamlet
- Law & Order
- Friends
- The Good Wife
- My Best Friend's Wedding (1997)
- The Last Goodbye
- All the President's Men (1976)
- It's Cold in Them Thar Hills
- Sirens of Seduction (1995)
- Let's Get The Whole Thing Gershwin
- The Good One
References
[edit]- ^ a b c d e f g h i j James (2024-12-12). "Debbie Zipp: The Multifaceted Talent Of A Remarkable Actress-menresde". Astral Archives menresde. Retrieved 2024-12-12.
- ^ a b Benton, Cheryl (2024-01-18). "Congratulations to Debbie Zipp! 10 Years as LA Life Editor". The Three Tomatoes. Retrieved 2024-12-12.
- ^ a b c d e f g h i j "Debbie Zipp, Luminary At Inspire Me Today". inspiremetoday.com. 2024-08-17. Retrieved 2024-12-12.
External Links
[edit]https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0957135/
https://www.thethreetomatoes.com/congratulations-to-debbie-zipp-10-years-as-la-life-editor