Amanda Sandrelli | |
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Born | Amanda Paoli 31 October 1964 Lausanne, Switzerland |
Occupation | Actress |
Years active | 1984–2010 |
Spouse | Blas Roca-Rey (m. 1994–2013) |
Children | 2 |
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