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Darla [from Buffy The Vampire Slayer] was where I grew up. For me, Darla was like going to graduate school for acting. I learned so much with Joss Whedon and David Greenwalt. They encouraged us to make creative choices with our characters.

Julie Benz

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Julie Benz
Age: 52
Born: 1972
Born: May 1
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