On television, Manheim guest starred on "Chicago Hope," four episodes of "Law & Order," "Touched By an Angel" and "New York Undercover"; the television movie, "Deadly Whispers"; and the "ABC Afterschool Special," "Notes for My Daughter." A popular actor on daytime dramas, Manheim has appeared on such programs as "Loving," "One Life to Live" and "All My Children."

A versatile and talented stage actress, Manheim starred in "Wake Up, I'm Fat," her own one-woman show at the Joseph Papp Public Theater in New York. She won a 1995 Obie Award for her performance in Craig Lucas' "Missing Persons" at the Atlantic Theatre Company. She is proud to have worked at such renowned theaters as the New York Shakespeare Festival, Lincoln Center, Yale Repertory, New York Theatre Workshop, Classic Stage Company and Home for Contemporary Theater.

The role of Ellenor Frutt was adjusted to reflect some of Manheim's personality, including the 12 earrings she wears in her right ear. In New York City, where she lives, Manheim can often be seen riding her Honda CB650 motorcycle in traffic, no matter what the weather. Manheim is also a sign language interpreter and holds an MFA from NYU, where she currently teaches.

PERSONAL INFORMATION

HOMETOWN: Long Beach, CA
BIRTHDATE: March 8

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