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'''Alison Sweeney''' (born September 19, 1976) is an [[United States|American]] [[soap opera]] [[actress]]. Sweeney is best known for her portrayal of [[Sami Brady|Samantha "Sami" Gene Brady]] on the American [[soap opera]] ''[[Days of our Lives]]''.<ref>{{cite web|url = http://soapnet.go.com/soapnet/show/path-showname_daysofourlives/section_cast|title = Days of Our Lives|publisher = SoapNet|accessdate = April 1, 2009}}</ref> In this role, she has earned four ''[[Soap Opera Digest Awards]]'' and a Fan Voted Daytime Emmy Award.<ref>{{cite web|url = http://www.alisonsweeney.com/features/biography.html|title=Biography|publisher=AlisonSweeney.com}}</ref> She has been on ''Days'' since January 6, 1993.<ref name="2272007sow">{{cite news| title=Any Questions?| date=2007-02-27| publisher= ''Soap Opera Weekly''| page = 22}}</ref> In 2007, she became the host of ''[[The Biggest Loser (U.S. TV series)|The Biggest Loser]].'' |
'''Alison Sweeney''' (born September 19, 1976) is an [[United States|American]] [[soap opera]] [[actress]]. Sweeney is best known for her portrayal of [[Sami Brady|Samantha "Sami" Gene Brady]] on the American [[soap opera]] ''[[Days of our Lives]]''.<ref>{{cite web|url = http://soapnet.go.com/soapnet/show/path-showname_daysofourlives/section_cast|title = Days of Our Lives|publisher = SoapNet|accessdate = April 1, 2009}}</ref> In this role, she has earned four ''[[Soap Opera Digest Awards]]'' and a Fan Voted Daytime Emmy Award.<ref>{{cite web|url = http://www.alisonsweeney.com/features/biography.html|title=Biography|publisher=AlisonSweeney.com}}</ref> She has been on ''Days'' since January 6, 1993.<ref name="2272007sow">{{cite news| title=Any Questions?| date=2007-02-27| publisher= ''Soap Opera Weekly''| page = 22}}</ref> In 2007, she became the host of ''[[The Biggest Loser (U.S. TV series)|The Biggest Loser]].'' |
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== Career == |
== Career == |
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A few years later, she was in an episode of ''[[Tales from the Darkside]]''. She played the part of a young girl who could sense when others were going to die shortly before their deaths.{{Fact|date=April 2009}} |
A few years later, she was in an episode of ''[[Tales from the Darkside]]''. She played the part of a young girl who could sense when others were going to die shortly before their deaths.{{Fact|date=April 2009}} |
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In January of 1993, Sweeney began playing the role of Samantha "Sami" Gene Brady in the NBC [[soap opera]] ''Days of Our Lives''—a show of which she was a fan.<ref name=16YearsP1>{{cite news|first=Dan J.|last=Kroll|title=Alison Sweeney reflects on 16 years as Sami and battling a common ailment|url=http://www.soapcentral.com/days/news/2009/0413-sweeney_iview_01.php|pages=1|date=2009-04-09|accessdate=2009-04-13}}</ref> |
In January of 1993, Sweeney began playing the role of Samantha "Sami" Gene Brady in the NBC [[soap opera]] ''Days of Our Lives''—a show of which she was a fan.<ref name=16YearsP1>{{cite news|first=Dan J.|last=Kroll |title=Alison Sweeney reflects on 16 years as Sami and battling a common ailment|url=http://www.soapcentral.com/days/news/2009/0413-sweeney_iview_01.php|pages=1|date=2009-04-09|accessdate=2009-04-13}}</ref> |
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In the 1990s, Sweeney struggled with her weight. She eventually was a dress size 12, not obese by medical standards, but still quite larger than her television peers. She documented all the tabloid talk and personal anguish in her 2004 memoir, ''All The Days of My Life (So Far)''. |
In the 1990s, Sweeney struggled with her weight. She eventually was a dress size 12, not obese by medical standards, but still quite larger than her television peers. She documented all the tabloid talk and personal anguish in her 2004 memoir, ''All The Days of My Life (So Far)''. |
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In 2002, she appeared on a celebrity episode of the [[NBC]] reality [[game show]] ''[[Fear Factor]]''.{{Fact|date=April 2009}} She has appeared in other [[NBC]] shows such as ''[[Friends]]'' and ''[[Las Vegas (TV series)|Las Vegas]]''.{{Fact|date=April 2009}} In 2007, she joined the Jerry Lewis [[Muscular Dystrophy Association|MDA]] Telethon as a co-host for the live television broadcast. She returned to her co-hosting duties for the 2008 Telethon, which was broadcast live from Las Vegas.{{Fact|date=April 2009}} |
In 2002, she appeared on a celebrity episode of the [[NBC]] reality [[game show]] ''[[Fear Factor]]''.{{Fact|date=April 2009}} She has appeared in other [[NBC]] shows such as ''[[Friends]]'' and ''[[Las Vegas (TV series)|Las Vegas]]''.{{Fact|date=April 2009}} In 2007, she joined the Jerry Lewis [[Muscular Dystrophy Association|MDA]] Telethon as a co-host for the live television broadcast. She returned to her co-hosting duties for the 2008 Telethon, which was broadcast live from Las Vegas.{{Fact|date=April 2009}} |
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In 2007, Sweeney took over hosting duties on ''[[The Biggest Loser (U.S. TV series)|The Biggest Loser]]'', replacing [[Caroline Rhea]] since the fourth season. She was surprised but happy to be offered the role, where she is able to cheer on contestants and share their victories.<ref name=16YearsP2>{{cite news|first=Dan J.|last=Kroll|title=Alison Sweeney reflects on 16 years as Sami and battling a common ailment|url=http://www.soapcentral.com/days/news/2009/0413-sweeney_iview_02.php|pages=2|date=2009-04-09|accessdate=2009-04-13}}</ref> |
In 2007, Sweeney took over hosting duties on ''[[The Biggest Loser (U.S. TV series)|The Biggest Loser]]'', replacing [[Caroline Rhea]] since the fourth season. She was surprised but happy to be offered the role, where she is able to cheer on contestants and share their victories.<ref name=16YearsP2>{{cite news|first=Dan J.|last=Kroll |title=Alison Sweeney reflects on 16 years as Sami and battling a common ailment|url=http://www.soapcentral.com/days/news/2009/0413-sweeney_iview_02.php|pages=2|date=2009-04-09|accessdate=2009-04-13}}</ref> |
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== Personal life == |
== Personal life == |
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Alison has struggled with weight in the past. She is also a long-time allergy sufferer.<ref name=16YearsP1 /> |
Alison has struggled with weight in the past. She is also a long-time allergy sufferer.<ref name=16YearsP1 /> |
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She is married to David Sanov, a California Highway Patrolman who once appeared on ''Days of our Lives'' in the role of a police officer. In 2005, Sweeney gave birth to a son, Benjamin. On December 4, 2008, Alison appeared on ''[[Ellen (TV series)|Ellen]]'' and pretended to go into labor. In January 2009, she gave birth to a daughter, Megan, right after filming an episode of ''The Biggest Loser''.<ref>http://www.celebrity-babies.com/2008/11/alison-sweeney.html</ref> The family lives in [[Los Angeles]]. |
She is married to David Sanov, a California Highway Patrolman who once appeared on ''Days of our Lives'' in the role of a police officer. In 2005, Sweeney gave birth to a son, Benjamin. On December 4, 2008, Alison appeared on ''[[Ellen (TV series)|Ellen]]'' and pretended to go into labor. In January 2009, she gave birth to a daughter, Megan, right after filming an episode of ''The Biggest Loser''.<ref>http://www.celebrity-babies.com/2008/11/alison-sweeney.html</ref> The family lives in [[Los Angeles]]. |
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Alison Sweeney | |
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| Born | Alison Ann Sweeney |
| Occupation | Actress |
| Years active | 1984–present |
| Spouse | David Sanov |
| Children | Benjamin and Megan |
Alison Sweeney (born September 19, 1976) is an American soap opera actress. Sweeney is best known for her portrayal of Samantha "Sami" Gene Brady on the American soap opera Days of our Lives.[1] In this role, she has earned four Soap Opera Digest Awards and a Fan Voted Daytime Emmy Award.[2] She has been on Days since January 6, 1993.[3] In 2007, she became the host of The Biggest Loser.
Career
Her television debut was at age 4 in a Kodak advertisement.[citation needed]
A few years later, she was in an episode of Tales from the Darkside. She played the part of a young girl who could sense when others were going to die shortly before their deaths.[citation needed]
In January of 1993, Sweeney began playing the role of Samantha "Sami" Gene Brady in the NBC soap opera Days of Our Lives—a show of which she was a fan.[4]
In the 1990s, Sweeney struggled with her weight. She eventually was a dress size 12, not obese by medical standards, but still quite larger than her television peers. She documented all the tabloid talk and personal anguish in her 2004 memoir, All The Days of My Life (So Far).
In 2002, she appeared on a celebrity episode of the NBC reality game show Fear Factor.[citation needed] She has appeared in other NBC shows such as Friends and Las Vegas.[citation needed] In 2007, she joined the Jerry Lewis MDA Telethon as a co-host for the live television broadcast. She returned to her co-hosting duties for the 2008 Telethon, which was broadcast live from Las Vegas.[citation needed]
In 2007, Sweeney took over hosting duties on The Biggest Loser, replacing Caroline Rhea since the fourth season. She was surprised but happy to be offered the role, where she is able to cheer on contestants and share their victories.[5]
Personal life
Alison has struggled with weight in the past. She is also a long-time allergy sufferer.[4]
She is married to David Sanov, a California Highway Patrolman who once appeared on Days of our Lives in the role of a police officer. In 2005, Sweeney gave birth to a son, Benjamin. On December 4, 2008, Alison appeared on Ellen and pretended to go into labor. In January 2009, she gave birth to a daughter, Megan, right after filming an episode of The Biggest Loser.[6] The family lives in Los Angeles.
Soaps
- Days of our Lives as Samantha Brady (January 22, 1993 to present)
- Days of our Lives as Colleen Brady (July 9, 2007 to September 28, 2007; February 2008)
References
- ^ "Days of Our Lives". SoapNet. Retrieved April 1, 2009.
- ^ "Biography". AlisonSweeney.com.
- ^ "Any Questions?". Soap Opera Weekly. 2007-02-27. p. 22.
{{cite news}}: Italic or bold markup not allowed in:|publisher=(help) - ^ a b Kroll, Dan J. (2009-04-09). "Alison Sweeney reflects on 16 years as Sami and battling a common ailment". p. 1. Retrieved 2009-04-13.
- ^ Kroll, Dan J. (2009-04-09). "Alison Sweeney reflects on 16 years as Sami and battling a common ailment". p. 2. Retrieved 2009-04-13.
- ^ http://www.celebrity-babies.com/2008/11/alison-sweeney.html
External links
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