Ashley Judd | |
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Born | Los Angeles, California, U.S. | April 19, 1968
Education | University of Kentucky (BA) Harvard University (MPA) |
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Years active | 1991–present |
Political party | Democratic |
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Mother | Naomi Judd |
Relatives | Wynonna Judd (half-sister) |
Ashley Judd (born April 19, 1968)[1] is an American actress. She grew up in a family of performing artists, the daughter of country music singer Naomi Judd and the half-sister of country music singer Wynonna Judd. Her acting career has spanned more than three decades, and she has become heavily involved in global humanitarian efforts and political activism. Judd made her television debut in 1991 with a guest role on Star Trek: The Next Generation and her film debut in 1992's Kuffs.