Rachael Leigh Cook
Rachael Leigh Cook, born on October 4, 1979, is a multifaceted American actress, model, voice artist, and producer. She gained widespread recognition for her iconic roles, particularly as Laney Boggs in the romantic comedy "She's All That" (1999), Doreen Carter in "Get Carter" (2000), and Josie McCoy in "Josie and the Pussycats" (2001). On television, she is noted for her performances as Kate Moretti in the series "Perception" and Clara Wheeler in "Into the West."
In addition to her main roles, Cook has made notable appearances in various shows, including recurring roles as Penny Posin on "Las Vegas" and Abigail Lytar on "Psych." She lent her voice to Lt. Jodi Yanarelli in "Titan Maximum" and portrayed multiple characters in "Robot Chicken," as well as Tifa Lockhart in the English adaptation of "Final Fantasy VII: Advent Children."
Cook's journey in the entertainment industry began early; at the age of seven, she featured in a public service announcement for foster care and started modeling as a child at ten, appearing in national campaigns for Target and on Milk-Bone dog biscuit packaging. In August 2004, she married actor Daniel Gillies after a brief courtship, and they welcomed their daughter, Charlotte Easton Gillies, in September 2013. Cook continues to produce and star in various television films, showcasing her diverse talents.
Filmography
Sisterhood, Inc.
Bob Funk
Strike!
Josie and the Pussycats
Robot Chicken: Star Wars Episode II
Stealing Paradise
Blow Dry
Valentine in the Vineyard
Left to Die
Batman Beyond: Return of the Joker
The Final Season
The Family Tree
American Crime
The Lodger (2009)
Blonde Ambition
Family Rescue
The Big Empty
Bookies
A Midsummer Night's Dream (2017)
Cross Country Christmas
Nancy Drew
Autumn in the Vineyard
Spirit Halloween: The Movie
Summer Love
Texas Rangers
The Eighteenth Angel
The House of Yes
Vampire
All Hat
Red Sky
29 Palms
Get Carter (2000)
Rescuing Christmas
'Tis the Season to be Merry
Into the West