Biography

Gwen Banta

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In addition to her television and film work, Gwen is a talented writer and stage actress. For her theatre work, Gwen received two Dramalogue Awards for Best Actress in a Leading Role. As an accomplished author of eight published novels and seven screenplays, Gwen has placed in the Colombine screenwriting contest and has been awarded the International Impact Award for several of her novels. Her debut coming-of-age novel, "The Remarkable Journey of Weed Clapper," received Honorable Mention for the prestigious Opus Magnum Discovery Award for New Literature, which she still cites as being one of the most exciting moments in her writing career. The accomplished actress/writer also wrote the adaptation of Dexter Freeman's critically acclaimed play, "Skies A Fallin," in which she starred during its West Coast premiere. The screenplay, set in New Orleans, is under option. In addition to her artistic endeavors, Gwen is also a Global Real Estate Advisor at Sotheby's International Realty, Beverly Hills.
- IMDb mini biography by: Kristin B. Bland

Her favorite memory: Filming a scene in The Blues Brothers while Dan Aykroyd tossed shrimp in her hair and John Belushi tried to make her laugh during a close up.
Her real estate clients include many celebrities and musicians.
Fondest celebrity moments: Dinners with the Dalai Lama and Mikhail Gorbachev.
Gwen broke into acting after performing in numerous television and radio commercials. She did uncredited roles on Secrets and Mysteries, Eye on L.A., and Divorce Court before landing her first Co-starring role as "Beth" on Family Ties.
Is a Top Producing real estate agent at Sotheby's International Realty's prestigious Sunset Blvd. location. She specializes in residential sales and investments in Los Angeles' Hollywood Hills, Beverly Hills, Studio City, and the West Side.

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