Tami Erin facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Tami Erin
|
|
|---|---|
Tami Erin
|
|
| Born |
Tamara Erin Klicman
July 8, 1974 Wheaton, Illinois, U.S.
|
| Occupation | Former actress, former model |
| Years active | 1982-present |
Tamara Erin Klicman (born July 8, 1974), known as Tami Erin, is an American former actress and model. She is most famous for playing Pippi Longstocking in the 1988 movie The New Adventures of Pippi Longstocking. This film was shown in movie theaters around the world in 13 different languages.
Contents
Tami Erin's Acting and Modeling Career
Tami Erin started acting and modeling when she was eight years old. She joined a well-known modeling agency called Elite Model Management. Tami also took classes in acting, singing, dancing, and gymnastics. She grew up in Wheaton, Illinois, but her family moved to Miami, Florida, when she was nine.
How Tami Became Pippi Longstocking
When Tami was eleven, she tried out for the role of Pippi Longstocking in the movie The New Adventures of Pippi Longstocking. She was chosen for the part from more than 8,000 girls! The movie's director, Ken Annakin, said that Tami's personality was perfect for Pippi. He mentioned, "Tami radiates sunshine. When she smiles everyone is happy. She is Pippi Longstocking."
Tami Erin also appeared in a TV special called "Chrimbus Special" from Tim & Eric's Awesome Show, Great Job!.
Tami Erin's Philanthropy Work
In 1988, Tami Erin was named a United Nations Ambassador for UNICEF. This meant she helped speak up for children around the world. One important moment was when she spoke at World Children's Day at the United Nations in New York City. She spoke to representatives from over 100 countries.
Later, Tami became an International Ambassador for Hearts.com. She helped raise money for a program called IHeart Change. This program supported six international charities. These charities included Generosity Water, Pencils of Promise, Eden Projects, International Lifeline Fund, Free The Slaves, and Kili To Chili.
Tami Erin's Film and TV Appearances
Tami Erin has appeared in several films and television shows throughout her career.
Films Featuring Tami Erin
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 1988 | The New Adventures of Pippi Longstocking | Pippi Longstocking |
| 1998 | Kill You Twice | Angie |
| 2005 | The Little Rose (Short Story) | Flower |
| 2007 | AGENTS | LG-22 |
| 2009 | Straight From the Horses Mouth | Self |
| 2010 | Disconnect | 1960s Operator |
| 2010 | Tim and Eric Awesome Show, Great Job! Chrimbus Special (TV Special) | Wife of Pasta Bear |
| 2012 | I Heart San Francisco | Herself |
Television Shows Featuring Tami Erin
| Year | Title | Role | Network |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1986–1989 | International Network Television | Herself | Various |
| 1986–1989 | Domestic Network Television | Herself | Various |
| 1988 | Yappari Neko Ga Suki | Herself | Fuji Television Network |
| 1998 | The Grand Prize | Herself | ARD (Broadcasting) |
| 1998 | Good Morning America | Herself | ABC Television |
| 1988 | Today Show | Herself | NBC |
| 1988 | Entertainment Tonight | Herself | CBS Television |
| 1995 | BBC News | Herself | BBC News |
| 2003 | KRON-TV | Herself | NBC |
| 2010–2018 | TMZ on TV | Herself | Fox Broadcasting Company |
