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United States Sarah Rafferty is an American actress known for her extensive work in television, notably her lead role in the legal drama series, "Suits", and for her advocacy in brain health and Alzheimer's awareness.
Partnership with the lifestyle brand MEZZI, emphasizing quality materials in handbag design. Rafferty stated, 'It's important to me to partner with a brand that understands quality, and not only does MEZZI manufacture their handbags with the finest materials and leathers ...'
Partnership that began in January 2024, including a Super Bowl ad featuring her 'Suits' co-stars Gina Torres and Rick Hoffman.
Brand ambassador for Crêpe Erase, expressing her satisfaction with their body care products.
Partnership with the Toronto International Film Festival's initiative focused on female empowerment in the film industry.
Collaborated with Marc Cain to design the 'True Bag', marking her second collaboration with the brand and her first as a designer.
Born on December 6, 1972, in New Canaan, Connecticut, Sarah Rafferty developed an interest in acting during her prep school years. Her mother was the Chairwoman of the English Department at the Convent of the Sacred Heart in Greenwich, CT, and her father was a painter, supporting her pursuit of the arts. She pursued a comprehensive education in theatre, double majoring in English and Theatre at Hamilton College. During her junior year, she studied theatre abroad at the University of Oxford. After graduating magna cum laude from Hamilton in 1993, she furthered her theatrical studies at the Yale School of Drama, where she earned a Master of Fine Arts degree.
Rafferty’s acting career spans over two decades, with appearances in numerous television series and feature films. She gained significant recognition for her role as Donna Paulsen in the USA Network series “Suits”, which ran for nine seasons from 2011 to 2019. In this role, she portrayed a character known for her sharp wit and comprehensive knowledge of the law firm’s operations. This lead role solidified her presence in the television industry, showcasing her ability to carry a prominent character across a long-running series. Before “Suits”, she appeared in other notable TV shows such as “Law and Order,” “Six Feet Under,” “Brothers & Sisters,” “Samantha Who?,” “Without A Trace,” “CSI: Miami,” and “Bones,” contributing to a diverse acting portfolio.
Beyond her acting career, Sarah Rafferty is involved in philanthropic efforts, particularly in health advocacy. She is an ambassador for The Brain Project, an organization dedicated to raising funds and awareness for brain health and aging research at Baycrest Health Sciences. She also supports the Alzheimer’s Association, having hosted their annual ‘Night at Sardi’s’ event in Los Angeles for two consecutive years. Her commitment to these causes highlights her dedication to contributing beyond her entertainment work. Her recent role as Katherine Walter in “My Life with the Walter Boys” led to a Children’s and Family Emmy Award nomination for Outstanding Supporting Performer, and she co-hosts the podcast “Sidebar” with Patrick J. Adams.
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