Judie Aronson
Judie Aronson | |
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| Born | Judith M. Aronson June 7, 1964 Los Angeles, California, U.S. |
| Occupation(s) | Actress, entrepreneur, pilates studio owner |
| Years active | 1983–present |
| Height | 5 ft 5 in (165 cm) |
Judith M. Aronson (born June 7, 1964) is an American actress who has appeared in many films and television shows.
Career
[edit]Judie Aronson was born in Los Angeles, California, in 1964. Her first film role was in the 1984 horror film Friday the 13th: The Final Chapter as Samantha. In 1985, she appeared in the hit comedy movie Weird Science as Hilly[1] and in the action movie American Ninja.[2] She briefly retired from acting in film and television after the 2005 film Kiss Kiss Bang Bang before returning in 2013 to appear in the documentary Crystal Lake Memories: The Complete History of Friday the 13th.[3]
Aronson played Sara Duncan on the short-lived series Pursuit of Happiness (1987–88).[4][5] She has also made numerous guest appearances on such television shows as Sledge Hammer!, The Powers of Matthew Star, Simon & Simon, Midnight Caller, Full House, Beverly Hills, 90210, Las Vegas, Charles in Charge and Law & Order: Criminal Intent. She made an appearance in the 1990 music video, "(Can't Live Without Your) Love and Affection", by Nelson.[6]
In addition to her acting career, Aronson is also an entrepreneur. She owned a Curio Shoppe and currently[when?] runs Pilates studios in the Los Angeles area.[5][1]
Filmography
[edit]Film
[edit]| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
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| 1984 | Friday the 13th: The Final Chapter | Samantha Lane | |
| 1985 | Weird Science | Hilly | |
| American Ninja | Patricia Hickock | ||
| 1988 | One Fine Night | Bonnie | Short |
| 1989 | After Midnight | Jennifer | Segment: "A Night on the Town" |
| 1990 | The Sleeping Car | Kim | |
| Cool Blue | Cathy | ||
| 1992 | Desert Kickboxer | Claudia Valenti | |
| 2000 | Lisa Picard Is Famous | Liz | |
| Deep Core | Lilly | ||
| 2001 | Hannibal | News Reporter | |
| 2005 | Kiss Kiss Bang Bang | Gift Bag Girl | |
| 2006 | We Fight to Be Free | Emily Chamberlayne | Short |
| 2016 | The Secret of 40 | Marie | Short |
| 2021 | 13 Fanboy | Herself |
Television
[edit]| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1983 | The Powers of Matthew Star | Lisa Wellman | Episode: "Dead Man's Hand" |
| Simon & Simon | Ronda | 2 episodes | |
| 1984 | Things Are Looking Up | Randi White | TV film |
| 1986 | Sledge Hammer! | Francine Flambo | Episode: "Under the Gun" |
| Dads | Shana | Episode: "The Thing on Allan's Nose" | |
| 1987 | Mr. Belvedere | Linda | Episode: "The Mogul" |
| Full House | Raven | Episode: "Our Very First Night" | |
| 1987–1988 | Pursuit of Happiness | Sara Duncan | Main role (10 episodes) |
| 1989 | The New Leave It to Beaver | Jennifer | Episode: "Road Trip" |
| Charles in Charge | Luanne | Episode: "Poetic License" | |
| Sister Kate | Brenda | Episode: "April in Paris" | |
| 1990 | Growing Pains | Cindy | Episode: "The Return of the Triangle" |
| 1991 | Midnight Caller | Cassie Douglas | 2 episodes |
| Life Goes On | Phoebe | Episode: "Sweet 16" | |
| Teech | Gina | Episode: "Pizza My Heart" | |
| 1991–1998 | Beverly Hills, 90210 | Shelly | 3 episodes |
| 1993 | Roc | Nancy | Episode: "Ebony and Ivory" |
| 1996 | Silk Stalkings | Medical Examiner | Episode: "Playing Doctor" |
| Simon | Jackie | Episode: "Simon Goes to the Dogs" | |
| Night Stand | Maggie | Episode: "UFO Mother Show" | |
| 1997 | High Tide | Courteney Robbins | 2 episodes |
| 2001 | 100 Centre Street | Ms. Seidenman | Episode: "And Justice for Some" |
| Law & Order: Criminal Intent | Valerie Kelmer | Episode: "The Good Doctor" | |
| 2004 | Las Vegas | Cheryl Bullock | Episode: "Montecito Lancers" |
References
[edit]- ^ a b Dryden, Carly (March 19, 2009). "From 'Weird Science' to Pilates". Easy Reader News. Archived from the original on September 13, 2017. Retrieved September 30, 2017.
- ^ "American Ninja". Variety. January 1, 1985. Retrieved November 1, 2017.
- ^ Crystal Lake Memories: The Complete History of Friday the 13th (2013). Retrieved December 15, 2024 – via www.blu-ray.com.
- ^ Leszczak, Bob (2016). Single Season Sitcoms of the 1980s: A Complete Guide. McFarland. p. 132. ISBN 9780786499588. Retrieved September 30, 2017.
- ^ a b Reilly, Sue (January 8, 1993). "A CHRONICLE OF THE PASSING SCENE : The Curious New Olde Curio Shoppe". Los Angeles Times. Retrieved September 30, 2017.
- ^ Judie Aronson at IMDb
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