Priscilla Weems

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Priscilla Weems
Born (1972-01-18) January 18, 1972 (age 52)
Occupation(s)Film, television actress, singer

Priscilla Weems (born January 18, 1972) is an American-born actress and singer.

Weems started acting at an early age, and was on the first two seasons of Five Mile Creek . Later, she had a recurring role as Claudia Marie Shively, on Designing Women . She also guest-starred on several shows, including Quantum Leap , The Garry Shandling Show and St. Elsewhere .

Weems left acting to get married and have a son.[ citation needed ] Her marriage ended in divorce and she later returned to the entertainment industry as a singer. [1]

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References

  1. "Hannah Revisits 'Five Mile Creek'". UltimateDisney.com.