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Jami Gertz is an American actress who has made a significant impact on the entertainment industry.
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Born on October 28, 1965, in Chicago, Illinois, Gertz began her acting career in the 1980s and has since appeared in numerous films and television shows.
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Jami Gertz was born to Sharyn and Walter Gertz. Her father was a builder and contractor, and her mother was a nurse.
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Gertz grew up in a Jewish family with two brothers. She attended Maine East High School in Park Ridge, Illinois, where she was a cheerleader.
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Gertz's acting career began in the 1980s, where she appeared in various television shows, including "Square Pegs" and "The Facts of Life."
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In 1987, she made her film debut in "Less Than Zero," where she played a drug addict. Her performance in the film was widely praised, and it led to her being cast in several other movies.
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In 1989, Gertz starred in "The Lost Boys," a horror-comedy film directed by Joel Schumacher.
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The film was a critical and commercial success, and it helped Gertz become a well-known actress in Hollywood.
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She went on to star in several other films, including "Twister," "Jersey Girl," and "Sixteen Candles."
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In addition to her film career, Gertz has also appeared in various television shows.