Tracey Birdsall
Tracey Birdsall | |
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 Birdsall in 2015 | |
| Born | Tracey Birdsall July 6, 1963 |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Years active | 1978–present |
| Website | http://www.traceybirdsall.com |
Tracey Birdsall (born July 6, 1963) is an American actress.
Biography
[edit]Birdsall was born in Van Nuys, California. and grew up in Burbank, California.[1]
She started performing as a young girl, on stage and in front of the camera.[1] She recalls
"My mother drove me to the Gary Dance Studio for lessons constantly as far back as I can remember. She would sew my costumes, drive me to rehearsals, and support me in my shows. It was in my blood, and my fondest childhood memories were on stage."[1]
As a teenager, she sang in choirs at local churches.[1] After appearing in a Sunkist Soda commercial, she appeared in several other TV commercials while she attended acting classes and went to auditions.[1] She appeared in the soap opera Loving, hosted Million Dollar Showcase of Homes and was a special news reporter for CNBC.
Career highlights
[edit]Tracey Birdsall has achieved global recognition for her remarkable talent and versatility. Her career spans a wide array of genres, showcasing her meticulous preparation and dedication to her craft.
In the highly anticipated Science Fiction film Rogue Warrior: Robot Fighter, Birdsall's outstanding performance earned her numerous awards, including the prestigious Female Action Performer of the Year Award at the Action on Film Festival, the Best Actress Jury Award from the West Coast Film Festival, and the Best Actress Jury Award from the Los Angeles Theatrical Release Awards Competition. She was notably the sole American actress nominated for Best Actress at the 50th Annual WorldFest Houston in 2017, a testament to her exceptional abilities in the role of Sienna. Further, in March 2019, she was honored with the Best Actress Award at the WeLink International Film Festival in New York City, in association with the United Nations and Women in Film, presented at a Gala Awards Ceremony held at The United Nations.
Birdsall's talent extends beyond dramatic roles; she also shines in the title character of the comedy feature Who's Jenna...? Additionally, she appeared in Season 2 of the uproarious Netflix comedy series I Think You Should Leave with Tim Robinson, displaying her comedic prowess.
She co-wrote, produced and starred in the TV movie short Tick Tock in 2010. Tick Tock has appeared in several film festivals in the United States, Mexico and New Zealand, winning several awards:
- BEST SHORT CINEMATOGRAPHY: Kent Film Festival, Conn.
- AWARD OF MERIT, Short Film: Accolade Film Awards
- AWARD OF MERIT, Best Leading Actress: Accolade Film Awards
- THE GOLDEN PALM AWARD: Mexico International Film Festival
- FINALIST: USA Film Festival
In 2011, Birdsall, at age 48, was one of 10 finalists nationwide to make it into the Wilhelmina Models "40+" contest.[2]
Upcoming Projects
[edit]Tracey Birdsall's commitment to her craft continues with several exciting projects currently in post-production. She takes on the lead role in the time travel series The Time War (2023), the television series Age of Darkness, and the science fiction film Evolution War. Her versatility and dedication ensure that she remains a prominent figure in the entertainment industry.
Birdsall is prepared to immerse audiences in the feature film Hotel Underground, where her portrayal of a kidnapped woman enduring mental torment and unraveling promises to be both gripping and intense.
Filmography
[edit]Film
[edit]| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | Casino | Short Film | |
| 1992 | Invasion Force | Joni | Short Film |
| 1995 | Horripulations | Carol | Short Film |
| 1997 | The Plague | Mother | Short Film |
| 1998 | I Might Even Love You | Allie Parker | |
| 2000 | The Prophet's Game | Reporter Carol Stone | |
| 2010 | Tick Tock | Kitty | Short Film |
| 2013 | The Grounded | Cathy-Lee Peterson | |
| 2014 | Dawn of the Crescent Moon | Tracey | |
| Courting Chaos | Hairdresser | ||
| Going Very Badly | Francesca | Short Film | |
| Dawn of Destruction | |||
| Starship: Apocalypse | Deliverance Computer (voice) | ||
| 2015 | Doomsday | Spaceship Computer (voice) | |
| 2016 | Rogue Warrior: Robot Fighter | Sienna | |
| 2018 | Who's Jenna...? | Jenna Casey | |
| 2023 | Hotel Underground | Cindy Majic |
Television
[edit]| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1985–1988 | Loving | Amy Sanders | 4 episodes |
| 1986 | Family Ties | Cammie | Episode: "Beauty and the Bank", uncredited |
| 1992 | Hearts Are Wild | Monica | 5 episodes |
| Casino | Sarah | TV movie | |
| 2011 | Church People | Andrea Dominico | 5 episodes |
| 2012 | The Young and the Restless | Hot Girl with Tucker McCall | Episode: "Episode #1.9905" |
| 2012–2013 | Etiquette: A Surprisingly Relevant Guide to Good Manners | Lucille | 15 episodes |
| 2020 | Isolation the Series | 5 episodes[3] | |
| 2021 | I Think You Should Leave with Tim Robinson | Janeane | Episode: "Didn't You Say There Was Gonna Be Five People at This Table?"[4] |
| 2023 | The Time War | Dijanne | 8 episodes |
| 2023 | Age of Darkness | Sienna | 8 episodes |
Writer/Producer
[edit]- Tick Tock (short) – co-writer, producer (2010)
- I Might Even Love You – producer (1998)
Awards and honors
[edit]- Actress of the Year, United Nations Women in Film, 2019 [5]
- Female Action Performer of the Year, 2016, Action on Film Festival [6]
- Action on Film Festival, August 2010 – won for Best Actress in Tick Tock
- Action on Film Festival, August 2014- Received Honorary Maverick Award
- Action on Film Festival, August 2014- Won best ensemble cast in "Dawn of the Crescent Moon
- Action on Film Festival, August 2014- won for Best comedy scene in Do you like your Balls?
Personal life
[edit]Tracey Birdsall lives in Malibu, California. She flew relief missions to less accessible airports in Haiti following the 2010 Haiti earthquake. She has two daughters and one son.[2]
References
[edit]- ^ a b c d e An Exclusive Interview with Actress-Producer Tracey Birdsall-Smith Archived July 2, 2012, at the Wayback Machine, Its Just Movies, by Sean Gerski
- ^ a b "Malibu mom makes finals of national model search", The Malibu Times, August 3, 2011
- ^ "Matt Lucas stars in Leigh actor's hit web series 'Isolation The Series'". Echo. June 8, 2020. Retrieved July 21, 2021.
- ^ "I Think You Should Leave Season 2: Ranking Every Sketch". Den of Geek. July 7, 2021. Retrieved July 21, 2021.
- ^ "Tracey Birdsall wins actress of the year at the United Nation's women in film forum". 5D. March 23, 2019. Retrieved July 21, 2021.
- ^ Griffiths, Dave (September 28, 2016). "[FILM NEWS] Tracey Birdsall Wins Female Action Performer Of The Year". heavymag.com.au. Retrieved July 21, 2021.