Patricia Mauceri (born April 7, 1950) is an American actress. She is best known for playing the role of

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Early life and career

Mauceri was born in

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. She played Angie Perrini Frame on '' Another World'' in 1977. She has had small roles in films such as '' Saving Grace'' and ''

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'', and appeared in television shows such as ''

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''. Mauceri portrayed

on the

, ''

'' from 1995 until March 25, 2009. She was reportedly replaced in the role after voicing personal religious objections to a planned storyline in which Carlotta would be supportive of a gay relationship. Mauceri has served on the theatre faculty of the MasterWorks Festival since 2005. A short documentary about Mauceri was filmed by Olive Tree Pictures. In 2017 she portrayed Jenny Sanchez in the faith-based movie Courageous Love.

Filmography

Film

Television

References

External links

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PatriciaMauceri.com

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