Deborah Offner

**Deborah Offner**, an esteemed individual in the world of art, was born on August 7, 1959. She is an American by nationality, has multiple roles like an actress, songwriter, playwright, and theatre director. Born in New York City, she comes from a family enriched in arts and culture. Her father was **Mortimer Offner**, a multifaceted personality involved in photography, screenwriting, TV and theatre direction. Despite being blacklisted, he contributed to Katharine Hepburn's early films. Her mother, **Pauline**, was a photography editor for the first medical photography journal Scope. Offner attended Sarah Lawrence College, then later obtained her MFA from NYU School of the Arts setting sails for her prosperous career. Post-graduation, she continued her passion for theater on and off Broadway. She made her mark in the film and television industry with appearances in Orange Is the New Black and the comedy Top Five. She had the opportunity to perform in Act One at the Lincoln Center. She also collaborated multiple times with Jonathan Kaplan for several films and TV series. This includes Project X, Immediate Family, Unlawful Entry, Love Field, ER and Law & Order: Special Victims Unit. Her diverse filmography ranges from TV mini-series 'Mourning Becomes Electra' to films like 'A Small Circle of Friends', 'Cruel Intentions', 'Ghost Story', and numerous others. Her range in roles and performance versatility is evident, making a mark on each project. Becoming a household name due to her talent and dedication, she represents the perfect blend of on-stage and on-screen expertise.