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Galyn Görg
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| Born | July 15, 1964 Los Angeles, California, U.S.
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| Died | (aged 55) Hawaii, U.S.
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| Other names | Galyn Gorg Galan Gorg Gaylyn Görg |
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| Years active | 1983–2020 |
Galyn Görg (pronounced "George") was an American actress and dancer. She was also known as Galyn Gorg, Galan Gorg, and Gaylyn Görg. She was born on July 15, 1964, and passed away on July 14, 2020.
Galyn Görg was famous for her role as Angie in the movie RoboCop 2. She played the girlfriend and helper of the villain, Cain. She also appeared as Lt. Maxwell in M.A.N.T.I.S., which was the first TV show about a black superhero. Fans might also remember her as Nancy O'Reilly on the TV show Twin Peaks. Besides acting, she was a starring dancer on two popular Italian TV shows, Fantastico and SandraRaimondo Show.
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About Galyn Görg's Life
Galyn Görg was born in Los Angeles, California. Her mother was an actress and model, and her father was a documentary filmmaker. She grew up in Hawaii. Later, she studied liberal arts at Santa Monica City College.
Sadly, Galyn Görg passed away from cancer on July 14, 2020. This was just one day before her 56th birthday.
Galyn Görg's Amazing Career
Galyn Görg started her career as a dancer. She was trained in many dance styles. These included jazz, ballet, hip-hop, and various African and Caribbean dance forms. She learned from famous dance schools like the Roland Dupree Dance Academy. She also worked with well-known choreographers such as Debbie Allen.
Dancing Around the World
Galyn's work as a dancer and actress took her all over the world. She performed in the Middle East, Italy, Mexico, New Zealand, and Canada. She was the main dancer in the music video for "Sharp Dressed Man" by the band ZZ Top. In Italy, she became very famous as a dance star. She appeared on two big TV variety shows: Fantastico on the RAI channel and SandraRaimondo Show on the Canale 5 channel.
Acting Roles in TV and Movies
One of Galyn Görg's most recognized roles was Lieutenant Leora Maxwell. She played this character in the 1994 TV series M.A.N.T.I.S.. This show was based on a movie with the same name. Her character, Lt. Maxwell, was added to the show when it was picked up by the Fox Network.
Galyn Görg was also a professional dancer who gave talks at schools. She performed her dances in many different countries.
Galyn Görg's Film Appearances
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
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| 1984 | Strangers in Paradise | Hooker | |
| 1985 | Mirrors | - | TV Movie |
| 1986 | America 3000 | Lynka | |
| The Bikini Shop | Cindy | ||
| Living the Blues | Mana Brown | ||
| 1987 | Down Twisted | Blake | |
| 1988 | The Wrong Guys | Carla | |
| Dance Academy | Jana | ||
| The Wizard of Speed and Time | C.C.'s Groupie | ||
| Nightingales | Lorna | TV Movie | |
| 1989 | When We Were Young | - | TV Movie |
| 1990 | Sporting Chance | Grace McAllister | TV Movie |
| RoboCop 2 | Angie | ||
| 1991 | Point Break | Margarita | |
| 1992 | Storyville | Spice | |
| 1993 | Firestorm: 72 Hours in Oakland | Denise Kukuczka | TV Movie |
| Judgment Night | Clarissa | ||
| 1994 | Temptation | 'Toonie' Wells | |
| 2016 | A Husband For Christmas | Rebecca | TV Movie |
| 2017 | The Wrong Student | Detective Mauro | TV Movie |
| The Wrong Crush | Dr. Griffin | TV Movie | |
| 2018 | The Wrong Friend | Mrs. Cramer | TV Movie |
| A Christmas in Royal Fashion | Jill | TV Movie | |
| 2019 | A Christmas Princess | Linda | TV Movie |
| TBA | Teller's Camp | Chenoa |
Galyn Görg's Television Roles
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
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| 1984 | Fame | Fame Dancer | Episode: "Secrets" |
| 1985 | It's Your Move | Waitress | Episode: "The Experts" |
| The A-Team | Cathy | Episode: "Knights of the Road" | |
| Cover Up | Sonja | Episode: "Passions" | |
| 1985-86 | Fantastico 6 | Hostess | TV Series |
| 1986 | Amazing Stories | Ms. Eyeful | Episode: "Miscalculation" |
| 1988 | Duet | Gail | Episode: "Mommy and Me" |
| 1989 | Jake and the Fatman | Cynthia Davis | Episode: "It All Depends on You" |
| A Different World | Melissa Swazey | Episode: "Great Expectations" | |
| 1990 | Twin Peaks | Nancy O'Reilly | Recurring Cast: Season 2 |
| 1991 | The 100 Lives of Black Jack Savage | Luce | Episode: "The Not-So-Great Dictator" |
| 1992 | A Different World | Monica Gilbert | Episode: "Save the Best for Last: Part 2" |
| Grapevine | Jessica | Episode: "The Jessica and Tony Story" | |
| Hangin' with Mr. Cooper | Yvonne | Episode: "Hangin' with Michelle" | |
| 1994-95 | M.A.N.T.I.S. | Lieutenant Leora Maxwell | Main Cast |
| 1995 | Star Trek: Deep Space Nine | Korena | Episode: "The Visitor" |
| 1996 | The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air | Helena | Episode: "Boxing Helena" |
| Xena: Warrior Princess | Helen of Troy | Episode: "Beware Greeks Bearing Gifts" | |
| Living Single | Michelle | Episode: "Wake Up to the Break-Up" | |
| Hercules: The Legendary Journeys | Anuket | Episode: "Mummy Dearest" | |
| Star Trek: Voyager | Nori | Episode: "Warlord" | |
| 1997 | Hang Time | Vice Principal Leslie Williams | Episode: "First Game of the Season" |
| Stargate SG-1 | Kendra | Episode: "Thor's Hammer" | |
| 2001 | Crossing Jordan | Therapist | Episode: "Pilot" |
| 2004 | CSI: Miami | Ms. Art, House Manager | Episode: "After the Fall" |
| 2008 | Lost | Nurse | Episode: "Meet Kevin Johnson" |
| 2015 | Parks and Recreation | Josephina Academia | Episode: "One Last Ride" |
| 2017 | Colony | Gina | Episode: "The Garden of Beasts" |
| 2018 | How to Get Away with Murder | Riley | Episode: "Nobody Else Is Dying" |
| Clarke & DiBella: Hollywood Division | Mother | Episode: "Pilot" |
Galyn Görg's Music Video Appearances
| Year | Title | Artist | Role |
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| 1983 | "I Still Can't Get Over Loving You" | Ray Parker Jr. | Love Interest |
| "Sharp Dressed Man" | ZZ Top | Girl at Dance Club | |
| 1984 | "After All" | Al Jarreau | Dancer |
| 1984 | "Body" | The Jacksons | Dancer |
