Nadine Van der Velde, a captivating and charming brunette actress, was born on May 14, 1962, in the vibrant city of Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Her acting career began with a small yet memorable role in the raunchy teen sex comedy Private School (1983). Subsequently, she showcased her talent and charisma as the spirited "April Brown" in the delightful Critters (1986),effortlessly bringing to life the character's spunky personality.
Her subsequent roles further solidified her reputation as a talented actress, as she brought a sense of charm and appeal to her characters. For instance, she was equally impressive as "Cindy" in Munchies (1987) and once again demonstrated her range as the perky "Joan" in the "The Old Dark House" segment of the immensely enjoyable horror anthology After Midnight (1989). Van der Velde's exceptional performance in the rare substantial leading part as troubled aspiring dancer "Jessica Lilliane" in Shadow Dancing (1988) showcased her ability to take on more complex and nuanced roles.
In addition to her film work, Nadine made guest appearances on various TV shows, including Otherworld (1985),CBS Schoolbreak Special (1984),The Wizard (1986),Alfred Hitchcock Presents (1985),Tropical Heat (1991),Kung Fu: The Legend Continues (1993),and JAG (1995). Her last role to date was as aspiring singer "Reggie Tweed" in East of A (2000),which she also co-wrote the script for. Since then, Nadine has transitioned to a successful career as a writer for children's pictures and television programs, penning several episodes of the show Miss Spider's Sunny Patch Friends (2004) and the screenplays for two "Rolie Polie Olie" movies.
Notably, Nadine has won two daytime Emmy Awards for her work on the Rolie Polie Olie (1998) animated TV series, a testament to her dedication and skill as a writer.
