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Tami Erin
Born	Tamara Erin Klicman (1974-07-08) July 8, 1974 (age 49) Wheaton, Illinois, U.S.
Occupation	Actress, model, singer, dancer, fashion designer
Years active	1982–present
Spouse(s)	Tommy Parker (2020–present)

Tamara Erin Klicman (born July 8, 1974), known professionally as Tami Erin, is an American actress, model, singer, and fashion designer. She is best known for her role as Pippi Longstocking in the 1988 movie The New Adventures of Pippi Longstocking. It was released in movie theaters worldwide in 13 languages by Columbia Pictures.

Acting and modeling

Erin began acting and modeling at eight years old after becoming an Elite Model with Elite Model Management. Erin took method acting, singing, dancing, and gymnastics. Erin grew up in Wheaton, Illinois, but when she was nine years old her family moved to Miami, Florida.

Erin auditioned for the role of Pippi Longstocking when she was eleven years old and won the part out of over 8,000 girls.

The film's director, Ken Annakin, described her personality as a good fit for the role: "Tami radiates sunshine. When she smiles everyone is happy. She is Pippi Longstocking.".

Erin also appeared in the "Chrimbus Special" episode of Tim & Eric's Awesome Show, Great Job!.

Philanthropy

In 2013 Erin became an International Ambassador for Hearts.com to raise funds for the IHeart Change program for six international charities including Generosity Water, Pencils of Promise, Eden Projects, International Lifeline Fund, Free The Slaves, and Kili To Chili.

Personal life

..... In 2020 at the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, Tami Erin married her good friend Tommy Parker. They live in Grand Lake (Oklahoma)

Filmography

Film

Television