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Ashley Williams

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1978-11-12
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Born on November 12, 1978, Ashley Williams pursued her passion for acting by studying theater at Boston University, where she eventually graduated in 2001. Early in her career, Ashley Williams took on a minor role in the 1993 ensemble film “Indian Summer,” which featured stars like Diane Lane, Bill Paxton, and Alan Arkin. Then, in the following year, Ashley Williams stepped into the spotlight as the fourth actress to portray Danielle Andropoulos on the long-running daytime soap “As the World Turns.” Over the years, Ashley Williams has built a solid television presence—she played Dylan, a quirky hairdresser working behind the scenes of a struggling morning show, in the sitcom “Good Morning, Miami.” But perhaps one of her most recognizable roles came when Ashley Williams joined the cast of the hit series “How I Met Your Mother,” where she brought the character Victoria to life with charm and warmth. Additionally, Ashley Williams showcased her range in the 2011 romantic comedy “Something Borrowed,” sharing the screen with Ginnifer Goodwin and Kate Hudson. Throughout her journey, Ashley Williams has consistently demonstrated her versatility across both film and television.

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Ashley Williams has been part of several movies, but one that really stands out is A Most Violent Year from 2014, which happens to be her highest-rated film. On the flip side, one of her lower-rated projects includes Something Borrowed, released back in 2011. While Ashley Williams has explored a variety of roles, these two films represent the more notable ends of her acting journey in terms of reception.

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