Olivia Edward

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Olivia Edward
Born (2007-01-25) January 25, 2007 (age 18)
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  • Actress

Olivia Edward (born January 25, 2007) [1] is an American actress. Best known for her role as Duke in the FX television series Better Things . [2] [3] She began her career at the age of two and has appeared in numerous guest spots on TV series such as Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt and The Mysteries of Laura . The casting director for Better Things helped Edward to obtain a reoccurring role on the series Crazy Ex-Girlfriend on The CW. [4]

Edward also dances and sings. [4]

She has said that she is inspired by watching Pamela Adlon direct and act in Better Things. [5]

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