Donna Wilkes
Biography
Donna Wilkes is an American film and television actress. She was born in New York City, New York, on November 11, 1959. Wilkes is known for her roles in several films, most notably taking the starring role in the 1984 film Angel, which became a cult classic. In that film, she played the character Molly Stuart, who was supposed to be 15 years old even though Wilkes was 25 years old at the time of filming. Her television work includes appearances in the soap opera Days of our Lives and the television programs Father Murphy. She also appeared in the first season of the sitcom Hello, Larry, playing a character who was 15 years old while Wilkes was 20 years old in real life.
Career overview
Donna Wilkes is an American film and television actress born in New York City, New York, on November 11, 1959. Known for her work across various film and television projects, her acting credits include appearances in several television programs such as Father Murphy and the soap opera Days of our Lives. She also appeared in the first season of the short-lived sitcom Hello, Larry. In that series, she portrayed a character who was fifteen years old.
In film, Wilkes is most notably known for her starring role in the 1984 film Angel, which became a cult classic. In the film, she played Molly Stuart, a character who was also supposed to be fifteen years old.
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Full Filmography
25 titles- Once Upon a Time in Hollyweird (2024) as Studio Manager
- Masters of the Grind (2023) as Self
- Buzz Cut (2021) as Bee Shop Lady
- Buzz Cut (2021) Producer
- Zombie Games (2021) as Woman at Outpost
- 90210 Shark Attack (2015) as Pamela
- My Stepbrother Is a Vampire!?! (2013) as Miss Fortune
- Halloween Monster Bash (1991) as Marion (archive footage)
- Grotesque (1988) as Kathy
- Hell Town (1985) as Meg
- Partners in Crime (1984)
- Angel (1984) as Molly Stewart / Angel
- T. J. Hooker (1982) as Karen Stewart
- Teachers Only (1982)
- Blood Song (1982) as Marion
- Born to Be Sold (1981) as Cindy Carlson
- Schizoid (1980) as Alison Fales
- Hello, Larry (1979) as Diane Alder
- Fyre (1979) as Carol
- Hard Knocks (1979) as Chris
- Jaws 2 (1978) as Jackie Peters
- The Runaways (1978)
- Almost Summer (1978) as Meredith
- The Courage and the Passion (1978) as Tracy
- The Incredible Hulk (1977) as Alice Morrow
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Donna Wilkes best known for?
Donna Wilkes is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Partners in Crime (1984), Angel (1984), The Hidden Fortress (1958), Hello, Larry (1979).
When and where was Donna Wilkes born?
Donna Wilkes was born on November 11, 1959 in New York City, New York, USA.
How many credits does Donna Wilkes have?
Donna Wilkes has accumulated over 25 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1977 to 2024.
What is Donna Wilkes's background in cinema and television?
Donna Wilkes is an American film and television actress. She was born in New York City, New York, on November 11, 1959. Wilkes is known for her roles in several films, most notably taking the starring role in the 1984 film Angel, which became a cult classic. In that film, she played the character Molly Stuart, who was ...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- The Incredible Hulk (1977) as Alice Morrow — aged about 17
- Partners in Crime (1984) — aged about 24
- T. J. Hooker (1982) as Karen Stewart — aged about 22
- Angel (1984) as Molly Stewart / Angel — aged about 24
- Jaws 2 (1978) as Jackie Peters — aged about 18
- Hello, Larry (1979) as Diane Alder — aged about 19
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