Farrah Forke was an American actress who is best known for her roles in Heat (1995), Wings (1990), and Disclosure (1994). She was born on January 12, 1968, in Corpus Christi, Texas, and passed away on February 25, 2022, in Texas.
Personal and Family Life
Farrah Forke was born to parents Chuck Forke and Beverly Mendleski Forke. She had three siblings: Paige Inglis, Jennifer Sailor, and Maggie Talmage. In December 2005, she welcomed twin sons, Chuck and Wit Forke. Forke was also named after a family friend, the late actress Farrah Fawcett. She faced health challenges after experiencing complications from silicone breast implants, leading to a lawsuit in 1993.
Career
Forke began her acting journey in a Texas production of “The Rocky Horror Show” and later moved to New York City, where she studied at the Lee Strasberg Institute. She attended high school with singer Lisa Loeb, showcasing her talent early on. Throughout her career, she received recognition for her performances in both film and television.
Death and Legacy
Farrah Forke passed away from cancer on February 25, 2022, in Texas. She is remembered for her contributions to film and television, leaving a lasting impact on her fans and fellow actors. Her performances continue to be celebrated and appreciated by audiences.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Brain Twisters | 1991-02-01 | Laurie Stevens |
| Hitman’s Run | 1999-01-01 | Sarah |
| Abandoned and Deceived | 1995-03-20 | Sarah |
| Journey to the Center of the Earth | 1993-07-01 | Dr. Margo Peterson |
| Nurses on the Line: The Crash of Flight 7 | 1993-11-23 | Fran Markoe |
| National Lampoon’s Favorite Deadly Sins | 1995-11-12 | Mrs. Spencer |
| Ground Control | 1998-08-26 | Laura Franklin |
| Complex of Fear | 1993-01-12 | Vicky |
| Heat | 1995-12-15 | Claudia |
| Bionic Ever After? | 1994-11-29 | Kimberly Haviland / Harmon |
| Kate’s Addiction | 1999-03-27 | Sara |
| Disclosure | 1994-12-09 | Adele Lewyn |
| Batman Beyond | 1999-01-10 | Barda (voice) |
| Wings | 1990-04-19 | Alex Lambert |
| Dweebs | 1995-09-22 | |
| Duckman | 1994-03-05 | |
| Justice League Unlimited | 2004-07-31 | Big Barda (voice) |
| Party of Five | 1994-09-12 | Tracy |
| Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman | 1993-09-12 | Mayson Drake |
| Jenny | 1997-09-28 | Kyra Campbell |
| A Whole New Ballgame | 1995-01-09 | Angela |