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Jill Hennessy

A driven Canadian actress balances her career on screen and behind the camera as she navigates the challenges of Hollywood and the personal stakes of creative control.

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In short · Acting since 1983, 5 decades active, 41 credits.

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Biography

Jill Hennessy is a Canadian actress and musician known for her television roles as prosecutor Claire Kincaid on *Law & Order* and as the lead character, Jordan Cavanaugh, on *Crossing Jordan*. She has also appeared in films such as *RoboCop 3* and *Most Wanted*, as well as independent productions like *Chutney Popcorn* and *The Acting Class*, which she co-wrote and co-directed. Hennessy's career spans both television and film, with a focus on dramatic roles and creative contributions behind the camera.

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