Debbie Chazen, a talented individual, was born in the vibrant city of London to a teacher mother, Freda, who specialized in French and German, and a singer father, Arnold. This unique upbringing granted Debbie impressive language skills, as she is proficient in French, Russian, German, and Spanish, thanks to her parents' influence. Additionally, her alto voice is a testament to her family's musical background.
Debbie's academic journey began at the prestigious St Paul's Girls' School, where she received a scholarship to further her education. She then went on to study Russian and Spanish at Manchester University, laying the foundation for her future career. At the age of 24, Debbie pursued her lifelong passion and enrolled at the renowned London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art, where she was awarded both the Patricia Lawrence Scholarship and the Laurence Olivier Bursary.
Throughout her career, Debbie has been dubbed a "chameleon" due to her remarkable ability to transform into any character and effortlessly adopt various accents.
In her personal life, Debbie is married to Michael Korel, a writer and tarot card reader, and they reside in North West London.