Kirstie Alley

High school (ages 12+)
History & Culture

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1. When was Kirstie Alley born?January 12, 1951
2. Where was Kirstie Alley born?Wichita, Kansas, USA
3. What is the breakthrough television role?Rebecca Howe in 'Cheers' (1987–1993)
4. What is the lead role in sitcom?Veronica in 'Veronica's Closet' (1997–2000)
5. Who is Kirstie Alley?Kirstie Alley is an American actress who has made many people laugh on TV and in movies.
6. What TV show made Kirstie Alley famous?She became famous for playing Rebecca Howe on the sitcom "Cheers" from 1987 to 1993.

Sitcom: A genre of comedy characterized by recurring characters in everyday situations, typically broadcast on television.
Emmy Award: A prestigious award presented by the Academy of Television Arts & Sciences for excellence in television programming and achievement.
Golden Globe Award: Awards bestowed by the Hollywood Foreign Press Association recognizing excellence in both film and television, both domestic and foreign.
Meta-commentary: Commentary that refers to itself or its own nature, often used in art to reflect on the medium or the creator's process.