Olivia Birkelund

Olivia Birkelund

62 · Born: Apr 26, 1963

2016
1999

Personal Details

BornApr 26, 1963 New York City, New York, USA
Spouse
  • Daniel Brewster Gerard

    ( Apr 5, 2003 to May 10, 2025 )
  • Christian Long Oberbeck

    ( Apr 26, 1986 to May 10, 2025 )

Biography

Olivia Birkelund embarked upon a remarkable academic journey, setting foot within the esteemed walls of Brown University, a renowned institution that has consistently produced distinguished scholars and leaders. It was at this esteemed institution that she dedicated herself to a rigorous pursuit of knowledge, meticulously refining her academic aptitudes and laying the groundwork for a promising future.

After completing her undergraduate degree, she embarked on a journey of continued academic pursuit at the prestigious Circle in the Square Theater School, a renowned institution located in the vibrant and culturally diverse metropolis of New York City.

As she embarked on a rigorous and far-reaching training regimen, she found herself poised to reap the rewards of her dedication and perseverance, ultimately paving the way for a remarkable and illustrious career that would leave an indelible mark within the storied realm of theater.

Olivia Birkelund's academic pursuits served as a foundation for her subsequent foray into the world of theater, where she has made a profound and lasting impact through her mastery of the craft, dedication to her art, and unwavering passion, thereby cementing her legacy as a true thespian.

Olivia Birkelund

Olivia Birkelund is a renowned thespian with a storied career in the world of theater.

Following the culmination of her formal educational pursuits, Birkelund embarked upon a distinguished career within the realm of performing arts, characterized by a multitude of remarkable appearances in both New York and regional theater productions. Her impressive résumé, replete with an array of credits, boasts associations with esteemed institutions, including The New Group, The Stratford Festival, and The Guthrie Theater, to name but a few.

Not only has Birkelund's career in theater been a notable and significant aspect of her professional endeavors, but her remarkable range and adaptability have also been showcased in the realm of television, where she has had the opportunity to work as a contract player on the widely popular and long-running soap opera All My Children, bringing to life the captivating character of Arlene Vaughn. This notable experience has been followed by a consistent stream of captivating performances in a diverse array of episodic television shows, films, and miniseries, further solidifying her reputation as a talented and versatile actress.

Birkelund's impressive career in theater has been marked by a wide range of performances, showcasing her remarkable range and adaptability. Her work in television has been equally impressive, with a stint as a contract player on the widely popular and long-running soap opera All My Children, where she brought to life the captivating character of Arlene Vaughn. This notable experience has been followed by a consistent stream of captivating performances in a diverse array of episodic television shows, films, and miniseries, further solidifying her reputation as a talented and versatile actress.

Birkelund's versatility as an actress has been demonstrated through her work in a wide range of genres and formats, from theater to television. Her experience as a contract player on the soap opera All My Children, where she portrayed the character of Arlene Vaughn, has been followed by a consistent stream of captivating performances in a diverse array of episodic television shows, films, and miniseries. This has further solidified her reputation as a talented and versatile actress, capable of bringing depth and nuance to a wide range of characters and roles.

Birkelund's impressive career in theater has been marked by a wide range of performances, showcasing her remarkable range and adaptability. Her work in television has been equally impressive, with a stint as a contract player on the widely popular and long-running soap opera All My Children, where she brought to life the captivating character of Arlene Vaughn. This notable experience has been followed by a consistent stream of captivating performances in a diverse array of episodic television shows, films, and miniseries, further solidifying her reputation as a talented and versatile actress.

Birkelund's versatility as an actress has been demonstrated through her work in a wide range of genres and formats, from theater to television. Her experience as a contract player on the soap opera All My Children, where she portrayed the character of Arlene Vaughn, has been followed by a consistent stream of captivating performances in a diverse array of episodic television shows, films, and miniseries. This has further solidified her reputation as a talented and versatile actress, capable of bringing depth and nuance to a wide range of characters and roles.

Birkelund's impressive career in theater has been marked by a wide range of performances, showcasing her remarkable range and adaptability. Her work in television has been equally impressive, with a stint as a contract player on the widely popular and long-running soap opera All My Children, where she brought to life the captivating character of Arlene Vaughn. This notable experience has been followed by a consistent stream of captivating performances in a diverse array of episodic television shows, films, and miniseries, further solidifying her reputation as a talented and versatile actress.

Birkelund's versatility as an actress has been demonstrated through her work in a wide range of genres and formats, from theater to television. Her experience as a contract player on the soap opera All My Children, where she portrayed the character of Arlene Vaughn, has been followed by a consistent stream of captivating performances in a diverse array of episodic television shows, films, and miniseries. This has further solidified her reputation as a talented and versatile actress, capable of bringing depth and nuance to a wide range of characters and roles.

Birkelund's impressive career in theater has been marked by a wide range of performances, showcasing her remarkable range and adaptability. Her work in television has been equally impressive, with a stint as a contract player on the widely popular and long-running soap opera All My Children, where she brought to life the captivating character of Arlene Vaughn. This notable experience has been followed by a consistent stream of captivating performances in a diverse array of episodic television shows, films, and miniseries, further solidifying her reputation as a talented and versatile actress.

Birkelund's versatility as an actress has been demonstrated through her work in a wide range of genres and formats, from theater to television. Her experience as a contract player on the soap opera All My Children, where she portrayed the character of Arlene Vaughn, has been followed by a consistent stream of captivating performances in a diverse array of episodic television shows, films, and miniseries. This has further solidified her reputation as a talented and versatile actress, capable of bringing depth and nuance to a wide range of characters and roles.

Birkelund's impressive career in theater has been marked by

Career

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2002
Upheaval
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2000
Uninvited
Uninvited as Patricia Carver
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1999
The Bone Collector
The Bone Collector as Lindsay Rubin
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1998
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1997
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1994
Law & Order
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