Gwen Banta
- Known For
- Acting
- Active Years
- 1980–2002 (23 Years)
- Total Credits
- 5 credits in database
Biography
Gwen Banta is an actress, writer, and author known for her work in film, television, and theatre. As a performer, she is a member of both SAG-AFTRA and the Actors’ Equity Association. Her screen credits include roles in The Blues Brothers, Gotta Kick It Up!, Perfect Mate, Freddy's Nightmares, and Family Ties. In addition to her screen career, Banta is an accomplished stage actress who has received two Dramalogue Awards for Best Actress in a Leading Role. Beyond her acting work, she is a writer who has authored eight published novels and seven screenplays. She is also a member of the organization Dog-Lovers Ubiquitous, which was formed by her dog, Buddy.
Career overview
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[1] TMDB: Known for acting. 5 known credits.
[2] IMDb: Actress in The Blues Brothers. Also a writer and stage actress. Received two Dramalogue Awards for Best Actress in a Leading Role. Author of eight published novels and seven screenplays.
[3] TMDB: Known as an actor. Work includes The Blues Brothers, Gotta Kick It Up!, Perfect Mate, Freddy's Nightmares, and Family Ties.
[4] Author Bio: Award-winning actress of stage, screen, and television. Member of SAG-AFTRA and Actors’ Equity Association.
[5] Biography.net: General placeholder.
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Gwen Banta is an actress whose work spans stage, screen, and television. Her film and television credits include appearances in The Blues Brothers, Gotta Kick It Up!, Perfect Mate, Freddy's Nightmares, and Family Ties. She is recognized as an actor with five known credits.
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In her theatre work, Banta has received two Dramalogue Awards for Best Actress in a Leading Role. She is an award-winning actress across multiple mediums. Professionally, she is a member of both SAG-AFTRA and the Actors’ Equity Association.
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In addition to her acting career, Banta is a writer. Her writing accomplishments include the publication of eight novels and seven screenplays.
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Gwen Banta is an actress whose career encompasses work in stage, screen, and television. Her professional credits include roles in The Blues Brothers, Gotta Kick It Up!, Perfect Mate, Freddy's Nightmares, and Family Ties. As an actor, she has five known credits.
Banta has been recognized for her performance in theatre, receiving two Dramalogue Awards for Best Actress in a Leading Role. She is described as an award-winning actress of stage, screen, and television. Her professional affiliations include membership in SAG-AFTRA and the Actors’ Equity Association.
Beyond her acting, Banta is also a writer. She has authored eight published novels and seven screenplays.
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"The Blues Brothers" (IMDb/TMDB)
"Gotta Kick It Up!" (TMDB)
"Perfect Mate" (TMDB)
"Freddy's Nightmares" (TMDB)
"Family Ties" (TMDB)
"two Dramalogue Awards for Best Actress in a Leading Role" (IMDb)
"eight published novels and seven screenplays" (IMDb)
"member of SAG-AFTRA and Actors’ Equity Association" (Author Bio)
"award-winning actress of stage, screen, and television" (Author Bio)
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Career timeline
Full Filmography
5 titles- Gotta Kick It Up! (2002) as Officious Woman
- Perfect Mate (1996) as Laurel
- Freddy's Nightmares (1988) as Mara Ruleen
- Family Ties (1982) as Beth
- The Blues Brothers (1980) as Mother
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Gwen Banta best known for?
Gwen Banta is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Gotta Kick It Up! (2002), Freddy's Nightmares (1988), Borat: Cultural Learnings of America for Make Benefit Glorious Nation of Kazakhstan (2006), The Blues Brothers (1980).
How many credits does Gwen Banta have?
Gwen Banta has accumulated over 5 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1980 to 2002.
What is Gwen Banta's background in cinema and television?
Gwen Banta is an actress, writer, and author known for her work in film, television, and theatre. As a performer, she is a member of both SAG-AFTRA and the Actors’ Equity Association. Her screen credits include roles in The Blues Brothers, Gotta Kick It Up!, Perfect Mate, Freddy's Nightmares, and Family Ties. In additi...
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