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Shannon Tweed was born in St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada. She rose to stardom as Miss November 1981 for Playboy magazine. In 1982, Shannon began her film career and also appeared in the soap opera Falcon Crest (1981). She became Playmate of the Year in 1982. She was briefly involved with Playboy magazine founder Hugh Hefner but has carried on a long-term relationship with KISS member Gene Simmons since 1983. Tweed and Simmons married in 2011. She has become somewhat of a "B" movie "queen", appearing in numerous low-budget "erotic thrillers" and adventure films. She and Simmons have two children, a son named Nicolas (b. 1989) and a daughter Sophie (b.1992).

Sarah Power was born on 29 June 1985 in St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada. She is an actress, known for Killjoys (2015), Good Witch (2015) and American Gothic (2016). She has been married to Peter Mooney since 1 July 2017. They have one child.

Mark O'Brien is an award-winning actor and filmmaker. He is an English major with a Bachelor of Arts from Memorial University of Newfoundland. His mother was a nurse and his father a truck driver. Mark also has three older sisters. He married actress Georgina Reilly on January 6, 2013 after meeting on the set of the hit show Republic of Doyle.

Matt Wells is a Canadian actor, writer, and musician born in St. John's, Newfoundland best known for his work in the award winning and critically acclaimed independent film "Crown and Anchor" which he created, produced and co-starred.

His path began writing songs and fronting the notorious Newfoundland punk/hardcore band Bucket Truck; releasing 4 albums, 10 self-produced music videos, and traveling the world while sharing stages with Slayer, Damage Plan, Fishbone, and Lagwagon. This journey directly led to him embarking on a career as an acclaimed music/film journalist for Much Music, The New Music, Bravo and MTV where Matt has interviewed everyone from The Police, Quentin Tarantino, Lee Daniels, and John Lydon to Lou Reed, Mariah Carey, Ben Kingsley, Zack Snyder and Lady Gaga.

As a solo musician Matt has released 2 albums and shared the stage with Sammy Hagar, Levon Helm, and Great Big Sea; as an actor he has appeared in Designated Survivor, Schitt's Creek, Murdoch Mysteries, and the multiple award winning short film "Poison in the Water" which he co-wrote with his daughter. Matt's most recent short film "The New Normal" won Best International Comedy at the 2021 Venice Film Awards and is an official selection at both The London International Film Festival and Berlin Flash Film Festival.

Anne Marie DeLuise was born on 3 August 1969 in St John's, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada. She is an actress and producer, known for Higher Ground (2000), Love Happens (2009) and Stargate SG-1 (1997). She has been married to Peter DeLuise since 7 June 2002. They have one child.

Nicole Power was born on 24 November 1989 in St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada. She is an actress and producer, known for Glamorous (2023), Kim's Convenience (2016) and Strays (2021).

He is most notably recognized today as "Cowboy" Cliff Harting in Hallmark Channel's original television series "Cedar Cove," based on the books by award-winning author Debbie Macomber (series began in 2013)

Not to be typecast, Sebastian has become one of the most sought-after actors in Vancouver, BC. While science fiction is a preferred genre, based on his impressive resume, it is clear to see that he can take any role he is given and give the same kind of impressive performances that has become a hallmark of his career. His versatility could be considered practically legendary.

Tracy Tweed was born on 10 May 1965 in St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada. She is an actress, known for Johnny Mnemonic (1995), Night Rhythms (1992) and Night Eyes Three (1993).

Cathy Jones was born on 6 April 1955 in St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada. She is a writer and actress, known for Codco (1986), This Hour Has 22 Minutes (1993) and This Hour Has 22 Minutes: New Year's Eve Special (1998).

Mary Walsh was born on 13 May 1952 in St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada. She is a writer and actress, known for Hatching, Matching, & Dispatching (2005), Mambo Italiano (2003) and Codco (1986). She has been married to Donald Nichol since 2002.

Deborah Odell is an actress/singer. She played "Pearl" in a German production of Andrew Lloyd Webber's "Starlight Express" and Janis Joplin and Carole King in "Beehive. She also played the lead role of "Cora" in the musical "The Last of the Mohicans". She has traveled the world as a backup singer with the Julio Iglesias tour, and has produced and recorded a CD of original music entitled "Deborah Odell".

Terry Ryan, raised in Mount Pearl, Newfoundland and Labrador, was a professional hockey player for 7 years - highlighted by appearing in 8 NHL games. He retired in 2007, released a best-selling book entitled "Tales of a First Round Nothing", and began a career in the arts.

Ryan now works in the film industry and has appeared on several episodes of the hit CBC television program Republic of Doyle, playing small roles. He has also played himself in the OLN's "Road Hockey Rumble" (2008). He released his first book, "Tales of a First Round Nothing" in May 2014, and it was well received by critics.

Ryan is now also trying his hand at stand up comedy and performed his second show to good reviews opening for Gerry Dee at the General Motors Centre in Oshawa, Ontario on April 22, 2016.

In addition to playing "British Soldier #1" (Episode 1) - (the first on-screen casualty in the Netflix/Discovery Channel television series Frontier, starring Jason Momoa in the lead role), in 2017 Ryan also had small roles in Frontier Season 2, Little Dog (CBC), Caught (CBC), Schitt's Creek, and various short films. In 2018, he wrote and played the lead role in a short film called "A Stand In", played "Coyote" in Justin Oakey's A Fire In The Cold Season. In 2019, Ryan - who acted and did his own stunts - played the "Gunman" in Episode 11 of Hudson and Rex, and played hockey playing Newfoundlander "Teddy" on the hit Canadian television series Letterkenny (Season 8, Episode 1).

Mark Critch was born in 1974 in St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada. He is a writer and actor, known for This Hour Has 22 Minutes (1993), Son of a Critch (2022) and The Grand Seduction (2013).

Marthe Bernard was born on 14 June 1988 in St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada. She is an actress, known for Beat Down (2012), Republic of Doyle (2010) and Maudie (2016). She has been married to Jesse McKeown since 8 August 2015.

David Ferry was born on 6 September 1951 in St John's, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada. He is an actor, known for The Boondock Saints (1999), The Boondock Saints II: All Saints Day (2009) and Man of the Year (2006).

Christopher Douglas Ralph was born in St. John's, Newfoundland, Canada. His parents are Douglas (a Junior High teacher) and Sandra (a homemaker). His special skill is accents. Standard Newfoundland, British, Cockney, and Irish. His favorite music is all kinds. His favorite singer is Bono from U2. His favorite band is U2. His favorite scary movie is "Halloween Part 4". His favorite movie is "Edward's Scissorhands" and "The Apostle".

Rick Mercer was born on 17 October 1969 in St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada. He is a writer and producer, known for The Industry (1998), The Rick Mercer Report (2004) and This Hour Has 22 Minutes (1993).

Jordan Canning's films have played at festivals all over the world, including the Tribeca Film Festival, the Toronto International Film Festival and Interfilm Berlin. Her first feature, We Were Wolves (2014), premiered at TIFF 2014. Her second feature, Suck It Up (2017), premiered at Slamdance 2017 and won Best Feature Film at the 2017 B3 Frankfurt Biennale. She has directed on numerous series, including two seasons of the Golden Globe and Emmy Award-winning Schitt's Creek (2015). Her TV work includes hour-long dramas - Saving Hope (2012), Burden of Truth (2018), Nurses (2020), Family Law (2021), Pretty Hard Cases (2021), Astrid and Lilly Save the World (2022) - and half-hour comedies - Baroness Von Sketch Show (2016), The Lake (2022) and Jim Henson's Fraggle Rock: Back to the Rock (2022) She has won two Canadian Screen Awards and a DGC Award for directing.

Greg Thomey was born on 8 May 1961 in St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada. He is a writer and actor, known for This Hour Has 22 Minutes (1993), This Hour Has 22 Minutes: New Year's Eve Special (2003) and This Hour Has 22 Minutes: New Year's Eve Special (1998).

Stephen Dunn was born on 18 January 1989 in St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada. He is a writer and director, known for Closet Monster (2015), Swallowed (2010) and Life Doesn't Frighten Me (2012).

Todd Hann was born in St. John's, Newfoundland, Canada. He discovered his love for performing at an early age. Todd's first professional role was an episode of Disney's Honey, I Shrunk the Kids: The TV Show (1997). In 2002, he moved from Calgary to Vancouver and began studying with Mel Tuck. Todd is known for his work on Stargate: Atlantis (2004), Project Grey (2007), Stargate SG-1 (1997) and The Beehive (2023).

Brenda Devine was born on 2 September 1949 in St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada. She was an actress, known for Dick (1999), Goosebumps (1995) and Strike! (1998). She died on 7 September 2009 in St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada.

Bob Cole was born on 24 June 1933 in St. John's, Newfoundland [now St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador], Canada. He was an actor, known for Hockey Night in Canada (1952), Republic of Doyle (2010) and Gold Rush 2002 (2002). He died on 24 April 2024 in St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada.

Michael Jones was born on 28 March 1944 in St. John's, Newfoundland, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada. He was a cinematographer and actor, known for The Adventure of Faustus Bidgood (1986), Dolly Cake (1976) and Opposing Force (1986). He was married to Eleanor Blackmore. He died on 14 March 2018 in St. John's, Newfoundland, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada.

Ron Hynes was born on 7 December 1950 in St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada. He was an actor and composer, known for Secret Nation (1992), Ron Hynes: Cryer's Paradise (1993) and Young Triffie's Been Made Away With (2006). He died on 19 November 2015 in St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada.