Tami Erin

Tami Erin, born Tamara Erin Klicman on July 8, 1974, in Wheaton, Illinois, began her career in entertainment at a young age. At eight years old, she started acting and modeling with Elite Model Management in Chicago, swiftly becoming one of their top child models. Her early career also involved extensive training in method acting, singing, dancing, and gymnastics, which laid the foundation for her later successes. When she was nine, her family relocated to Miami, Florida, continuing her pursuit of performing arts.

At the age of eleven, Tami Erin secured the titular role in the 1988 film “The New Adventures of Pippi Longstocking,” triumphing over 8,000 other young actresses worldwide. This role, distributed by Columbia Pictures in 13 languages, significantly shaped her career. The film’s director, Ken Annakin, noted her natural suitability for the character, stating, “Tami radiates sunshine, when she smiles everyone is happy. She is Pippi Longstocking.” Following the film’s success, she attended royal premieres in Tokyo, as a guest of Princess Nori, and in Stockholm, as a guest of King Karl and Queen Sylvia, marking her international recognition.

Beyond her acting career, Tami Erin has dedicated efforts to humanitarian work. In 1988, she was appointed a United Nations Ambassador for UNICEF, participating in events such as World Children’s Day at the United Nations in New York City, addressing delegates from over 100 countries. Her advocacy expanded to various international charities through the IHeart Change program, supporting causes like Generosity Water and Free The Slaves. Erin continues her humanitarian work as an ambassador for several charities focused on children, animals, and the performing arts community. She also channels her creativity into fashion design, creating clothes for charity.