Adrienne Marie "Audie" England (born July 12, 1967) is an American actress and professional photographer.

Life and career

England was born in Los Angeles, California, and graduated from

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with a concentration in

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. When she was 26, England was asked by

Zalman King Zalman King (born Zalman King Lefkowitz; May 23, 1941 – February 3, 2012) was an American film director, writer, actor and producer. His films are known for incorporating sexuality, and are often categorized as erotica. Early life Zalman Kin ...

to star in his film version of

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's ''

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''. Since then, England has appeared in several Zalman King productions, including guest appearances on the film series ''

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''. Audie also appeared in the music video of

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's The Boys of Summer, which won the

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at the 1985

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. Besides being a regular in King's movies, England is best known for her role as Claire in ''

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''. She has appeared in 14 movies and has made several guest appearances on various television shows. In 1998, England was voted one of ''

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s "Most Beautiful Stars."

Filmography

* ''

'' (1994) as Elena Martin * '' Venus Rising (1995) as Eve * '' Miami Hustle'' (1996 TV) as Jean Ivers * One Good Turn (1996) as Kristin * ''

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'' (1998 TV) as Julie * '' A Place Called Truth'' (1998) as Lizzie * '' Soundman'' (1998) as Francesca * ''

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'' (1998 TV) as Dr. Jones * Shame, Shame, Shame (1999) as Lani * ''

'' (1999) as Claire *Diagnosis Murder (1999 TV) as Chloe Marsden

References

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Photography
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