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Charisma Carpenter

Charisma Carpenter

Birthday: 1970-07-23 | Place of Birth: Las Vegas, Nevada, USA

Charisma Carpenter is an American actress known for her captivating performances and striking presence on both television and film. She was born on July 23, 1970, in Las Vegas, Nevada, USA. Carpenter's breakthrough role came in 1997 when she was cast as Cordelia Chase, a popular and sharp-tongued high school student, in the iconic television series "Buffy the Vampire Slayer." Her portrayal of Cordelia earned her a dedicated fan base and led to her becoming a beloved character in the show's spin-off series, "Angel" (1999-2004). Throughout her time on both shows, Carpenter showcased her versatility as an actress, deftly transitioning from comedy to drama and delivering memorable performances. Following her success on "Buffy the Vampire Slayer" and "Angel," Carpenter continued to make appearances on various television shows, including "Veronica Mars" and "The Lying Game," among others. She also ventured into the world of film, starring in movies such as "The Expendables" (2010) and "The Expendables 2" (2012), where she shared the screen with an ensemble cast of action stars. In addition to her acting career, Carpenter has been vocal about her experiences and has used her platform to raise awareness on important social issues. She has openly discussed her personal struggles, including body image issues and her own encounters with abuse, advocating for self-acceptance and empowerment. Carpenter's talent and charisma have made her a beloved figure in the entertainment industry. Her ability to bring depth and complexity to her characters, combined with her natural screen presence, have garnered her praise from both critics and fans alike. Outside of her professional endeavors, Carpenter is also involved in charitable work. She has supported various organizations, including those dedicated to raising awareness about mental health and supporting survivors of abuse.

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Known For

Acting

Year
Title

Role

2025
The Doctor with Two Faces

as    Dr. Joan Unger

2024
Hold You So Tight

as    Stephanie Mendelbaum

2021
The Good Father: The Martin MacNeill Story

as    Michele MacNeill

2019
Pegasus: Pony With a Broken Wing

as    Melanie Killian

2018
The Griddle House

as    Mae-Bee

2018
Mail Order Monster

as    Sydney Hart

2016
Mommy's Secret

as    Anne Harding

2016
Girl in Woods

as    Momma

2016
Street Level

as    Sydney

2015
Bound

as    Michelle Mulan

2015
A Horse Tale

as    Samantha

2013
Surviving Evil

as    Host

2012
Heaven's Door

as    Julie Taylor

2012
Haunted High

as    Librarian

2011
The Lying Game

as    Ann Rebecca Sewell

2011
Deadly Sibling Rivalry

as    Janna / Callie

2011
Crash Site

as    Rita Sanders

2011
A Trusted Man

as    Sonia Patton

2010
House of Bones

as    Heather Burton

2010
The Expendables

as    Lacy

2010
Psychosis

as    Susan

2006
Voodoo Moon

as    Heather

2006
Relative Chaos

as    Katherine

2006
Flirting with Danger

as    Laura Clifford

2006
Cheaters' Club

as    Linda Stern

2003
See Jane Date

as    Jane Grant

2003
What Boys Like

as    Kim

1996
Malibu Shores

as    Ashley Green