Noley Thornton
- Known For
- Acting
- Born
- December 30, 1983 in California, USA
- Active Years
- 1986–1996 (11 Years)
- Total Credits
- 14 credits in database
Biography
Noley Thornton is a former American child actress who was born on December 30, 1983, in California. Her professional acting career in the United States spanned from 1990 through 1996. During this period, she accumulated 14 known acting credits. Thornton gained recognition for her title role as Heidi in the 1993 television film Heidi. Her filmography includes appearances in Quantum Leap, Star Trek: The Next Generation, and the television series The Martin Short Show. In 1994, she received a nomination for a Young Artist Award in the category of Best Performance: Young Actress in a TV Comedy Series at the 16th Youth in Film Awards for her work on The Martin Short Show.
Career overview
Noley Thornton is a former American child actress whose professional career in the United States entertainment industry spanned from 1990 through 1996. Born in California on December 30, 1983, she is recognized for a body of work that includes fourteen known acting credits. Among her notable television and film appearances are roles in Quantum Leap, Star Trek: The Next Generation, and the 1993 television film Heidi, in which she played the title character.
In 1994, Thornton received a nomination for a Young Artist Award in the category of Best Performance by a Young Actress in a TV Comedy Series. This recognition was for her starring role in The Martin Short Show. Her career is documented across various international film databases, which highlight her contributions to television and film during her active years as a performer.
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Full Filmography
14 titles- It's Spring Training, Charlie Brown (1996) as Ruby (voice)
- The Little Riders (1996) as Joanne Hunter
- The Martin Short Show (1994) as Caroline Short
- Star Trek: Deep Space Nine (1993) as Taya
- Heidi (1993) as Heidi
- Heidi (1993) as Heidi
- A Private Matter (1992) as Carol Callaghan
- Defending Your Life (1991) as Victorian Girl
- Beverly Hills, 90210 (1990) as Erica McKay
- The Giant of Thunder Mountain (1990) as Amy Wilson
- Fine Things (1990) as Jane
- Quantum Leap (1989) as Lea DeCaro
- Star Trek: The Next Generation (1987) as Clara Sutter
- L.A. Law (1986) as Emily Gelleher
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Noley Thornton best known for?
Noley Thornton is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Amityville 3-D (1983), Jaws: The Revenge (1987), Defending Your Life (1991), Beverly Hills, 90210 (1990).
When and where was Noley Thornton born?
Noley Thornton was born on December 30, 1983 in California, USA.
How many credits does Noley Thornton have?
Noley Thornton has accumulated over 14 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1986 to 1996.
What is Noley Thornton's background in cinema and television?
Noley Thornton is a former American child actress who was born on December 30, 1983, in California. Her professional acting career in the United States spanned from 1990 through 1996. During this period, she accumulated 14 known acting credits. Thornton gained recognition for her title role as Heidi in the 1993 televis...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Star Trek: The Next Generation (1987) as Clara Sutter — aged about 3
- Quantum Leap (1989) as Lea DeCaro — aged about 5
- Star Trek: Deep Space Nine (1993) as Taya — aged about 9
- Beverly Hills, 90210 (1990) as Erica McKay — aged about 6
- L.A. Law (1986) as Emily Gelleher — aged about 2
- Defending Your Life (1991) as Victorian Girl — aged about 7
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