Alexandra Neil

Alexandra Neil

70 · Born: Apr 7, 1955

Personal Details

BornApr 7, 1955 Boston, Massachusetts, USA
Spouse
  • John C. Vennema

    ( Dec 31, 1969 to Jul 13, 2025 )
  • Frederick Gale Ruffner III

    ( Jul 21, 1990 to Jul 13, 2025 )

Biography

Alexandra Neil is a renowned actress, particularly recognized for her extensive work in daytime television. Throughout her illustrious career, she has embodied a diverse array of characters on various shows, showcasing her remarkable versatility as a performer.

One of her most notable roles was that of surgeon "Paige Miller" on the long-running soap opera One Life to Live, which premiered in 1968. She has also played the character of "Ruby Wright", the town tramp, on the 1980 series Texas.

In addition to her work on daytime television, Neil has appeared on a range of other shows, including As the World Turns, Guiding Light, All My Children, Another World, and Ryan's Hope. Her impressive repertoire of characters includes "Dawn Wheeler" on As the World Turns and Guiding Light, "Rose McClaren Shayne" on Guiding Light, "Casey Wexler" on All My Children, and "Dawn Wheeler" on Another World.

Neil has also made appearances in episodic television, taking on guest star roles in various shows. Furthermore, she has been involved in the production of independent films and bigger-budget movies, showcasing her adaptability as an actress.

In addition to her work in television and film, Neil has a strong background in theater. She has appeared on Broadway, starring in Tom Stoppard's "Rock 'n' Roll" and Stephen Belber's "Match".

In her personal life, Neil is married to actor John C. Vennema and has a daughter named Zoe Ruffner and a stepdaughter named Bess Vennema.

Career

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2014
The Longest Week
The Longest Week as Maribel Valmont
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2012
Simon Killer
Simon Killer as Simon's Mom
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2010
Twelve
Twelve as Mimi Kenton
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2008
Afterschool
Afterschool as Gloria Talbert
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2003
Something's Gotta Give
Something's Gotta Give as Harry's Old Flame
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1989
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Longtime Companion
Longtime Companion as Soap Actress
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1987
Wall Street
Wall Street as Elevator Person
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1986
Manhunter
Manhunter as Eileen
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1983
Sessions
Sessions as Josh's girlfriend