Olivia Barash
Biography
Olivia Barash is an American actress born on January 11, 1965, in Miami, Florida. She began her career as a child actor, appearing in television series such as Little House on the Prairie, Charlie's Angels, Soap, and Night Court. She subsequently had a lead role on the short-lived sitcom In the Beginning, which originally aired in 1978. She also had a lead role in the Walt Disney television film Child of Glass in 1978. As a young adult, Barash established herself in supporting film roles in Repo Man in 1984, Tuff Turf in 1985, Patty Hearst in 1988, and Floundering in 1994.
Career overview
Olivia Barash is an American actress born on January 11, 1965, in Miami, Florida. She began her professional career as a child actor, making appearances in several well-known television series such as Little House on the Prairie, Charlie's Angels, and Soap. Continuing her work in television as her career progressed, she secured a lead role on the short-lived sitcom In the Beginning, which originally aired in 1978. That same year, she also took on a lead role in the Walt Disney television film Child of Glass.
As she transitioned into her young adult years, Barash established herself in the film industry by taking on supporting roles in a variety of feature films. Her film credits from this period include appearances in Repo Man in 1984, Tuff Turf in 1985, Patty Hearst in 1988, and Floundering in 1994. Throughout her acting career, she has accumulated numerous known credits across both television and film projects.
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Full Filmography
35 titles- Specter's Rock 2025 (2025) as The Time Woman
- Specter's Rock 2025 (2025) Producer
- Blue Dream (2013) as Rachel Purviance
- Blue Dream (2013) Co-Producer
- Repo Chick (2009) as Railroad Employee
- Plate o' Shrimp: Punk Rock, Sci-Fi and the Making of Repo Man (2007)
- Perfect Fit (2000) as Janet
- Floundering (1994) as Ruthie
- The Doors (1991) Original Music Composer
- Shock Cinema: Volume Three (1991) as Herself
- Dr. Alien (1989) as Leeanne
- Grave Secrets (1989) as Darla
- Patty Hearst (1988) as Fahizah
- 21 Jump Street (1987) as Becky
- Tuff Turf (1985) as Ronnie
- Night Court (1984) as Mary Elaine Montgomery
- Repo Man (1984) as Leila
- The Young Landlords (1983) as Jennie
- St. Elsewhere (1982) as Annette
- Fame (1982)
- Through the Magic Pyramid (1981) as Baket
- Out of the Blue (1979) as Laura Richards
- The Triangle Factory Fire Scandal (1979) as Ruthie
- In the Beginning (1978) as Willie
- Child of Glass (1978) as Inez Dumaine
- The Incredible Hulk (1977) as Girl at Lake
- Soap (1977) as Molly
- Weekend Special (1977)
- Code R (1977) as Jan
- The Incredible Hulk (1977) as Girl at Lake
- Alice (1976)
- Charlie's Angels (1976) as Sam
- Little House on the Prairie (1974) as Sylvia Webb
- ABC Afterschool Special (1972) as Eugenie
- A World Apart (1970)
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Olivia Barash best known for?
Olivia Barash is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Repo Chick (2009), The Doors (1991), The Scent of Passion (2021), 21 Jump Street (1987).
When and where was Olivia Barash born?
Olivia Barash was born on January 11, 1965 in Miami, Florida, USA.
How many credits does Olivia Barash have?
Olivia Barash has accumulated over 35 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1970 to 2025.
What is Olivia Barash's background in cinema and television?
Olivia Barash is an American actress born on January 11, 1965, in Miami, Florida. She began her career as a child actor, appearing in television series such as Little House on the Prairie, Charlie's Angels, Soap, and Night Court. She subsequently had a lead role on the short-lived sitcom In the Beginning, which origina...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Little House on the Prairie (1974) as Sylvia Webb — aged about 9
- Weekend Special (1977) — aged about 12
- 21 Jump Street (1987) as Becky — aged about 22
- Night Court (1984) as Mary Elaine Montgomery — aged about 19
- Out of the Blue (1979) as Laura Richards — aged about 14
- Soap (1977) as Molly — aged about 12
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