Kristie Alley Biography. Kristie Alley is an American actress and spokesperson best known for her role as Rebecca Howe on the hit sitcom “Cheers” and her participation on the reality TV show “Dancing with the Stars.”
In 2011, Alley competed on the 13th season of “Dancing with the Stars” and finished in second place. She also became a spokesperson for the weight loss company Jenny Craig, and has been open about her struggles with weight and her journey to lose weight.
In addition to her acting career, Alley is also a best-selling author, having written several books including “The Art of Men (I Prefer Mine al Dente)” and “Lost and Found: A Memoir.” She is also an advocate for animal rights and has been involved in several organizations dedicated to protecting animals.
Alley continues to act in both film and television, and has recently starred in the Netflix series “The Ranch” and the film “Sharknado 5: Global Swarming.” She is currently working on a new series for the Hallmark Channel.
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Kristie Alley Early Life
Alley was born on January 12, 1951, in Wichita, Kansas. She studied journalism at Kansas State University before moving to Los Angeles to pursue an acting career. She began her acting career in the early 1980s with guest roles on television shows such as “Mork & Mindy” and “The Love Boat.”
In 1982, Alley landed the role of Rebecca Howe on “Cheers” and quickly became a fan favorite. She earned two Emmy Awards and a Golden Globe for her performance on the show. After “Cheers” ended in 1993, Alley continued to act in films and television shows, including “Veronica’s Closet” and “Fat Actress.”
Kristie Alley Career
Kristie Alley’s career began in the early 1980s with guest roles on television shows such as “Mork & Mindy” and “The Love Boat.” In 1982, she landed the role of Rebecca Howe on the hit sitcom “Cheers” and quickly became a fan favorite. After “Cheers” ended in 1993, Alley continued to act in films and television shows, including “Veronica’s Closet” and “Fat Actress.”
In 2011, Alley competed on the 13th season of “Dancing with the Stars” and finished in second place. She also became a spokesperson for the weight loss company Jenny Craig.
In addition to her acting career, Alley is also a best-selling author, having written several books including “The Art of Men (I Prefer Mine al Dente)” and “Lost and Found: A Memoir.” She is also an advocate for animal rights and has been involved in several organizations dedicated to protecting animals.
Alley continues to act in both film and television, and has recently starred in the Netflix series “The Ranch” and the film “Sharknado 5: Global Swarming.” She is currently working on a new series for the Hallmark Channel.
Kristie Alley Net worth
Kristie Alley has an estimated net worth of $60 million. She has earned this fortune through her successful acting career, as well as her participation on reality TV shows and her endorsement deals