Star Trek The Next Generation Trading Card 136 Front
MARINA SIRTIS
The talented actress who portrays Counselor Deanna Troi, the half-human, half-betazoid empath aboard the U.S.S. Enterprise, Marina Sirtis has mixed origins of her own: she was born in north London to Greek parents. Fans of STAR TREK: The Next Generation may detect a variety of accents from Marina - a deliberate affectation on her part. "In the 24th Century, geographical and nationalistic barriers are not so evident," she explains. "The Earth as a planet is your country, your nationality. I didn't want anyone to be able to pin down my accent to any particular country." Marina has performed extensively on British television, as well as in musical theatre and repertory companies throughout Europe. Her film credits include "The Wicked Lady" with Faye Dunaway and "Death Wish III" opposite Charles Bronson.
Star Trek The Next Generation Trading Card 136 Front
MARINA SIRTIS
The talented actress who portrays Counselor Deanna Troi, the half-human, half-betazoid empath aboard the U.S.S. Enterprise, Marina Sirtis has mixed origins of her own: she was born in north London to Greek parents. Fans of STAR TREK: The Next Generation may detect a variety of accents from Marina - a deliberate affectation on her part. "In the 24th Century, geographical and nationalistic barriers are not so evident," she explains. "The Earth as a planet is your country, your nationality. I didn't want anyone to be able to pin down my accent to any particular country." Marina has performed extensively on British television, as well as in musical theatre and repertory companies throughout Europe. Her film credits include "The Wicked Lady" with Faye Dunaway and "Death Wish III" opposite Charles Bronson.