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Amanda Fuller
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Amanda Fuller (born August 27, 1984) is an American actress.[3] She is perhaps best known for being the second actress to portray Kristin Baxter on the ABC/Fox sitcom Last Man Standing.
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Career
[edit]Early career
[edit]In Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Fuller played Eve, one of the potential slayers who appeared in the final season. In 'Til There Was You, Fuller played the role of Debbie, a 13-year-old whose mature role was played by Jennifer Aniston. In Askari, she played opposite Oscar-winning actress Marlee Matlin.
Present career
[edit]Fuller's credits include cult indie film Red White & Blue[4][5] and Creature,[6] with appearances in Law & Order: Special Victims Unit, CSI: Crime Scene Investigation, NCIS, 7th Heaven, Judging Amy, Boston Public, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, 8 Simple Rules, The Division, Touched by an Angel, Malcolm in the Middle, The Practice, Without a Trace, L.A. Doctors and That 70s Show and a role in the graphic adventure game Frankenstein: Through the Eyes of the Monster. Fuller directed the Los Angeles production of the theatrical play This is our Youth written by Kenneth Lonergan starring Tyler Williams (of television's Everybody Hates Chris). Fuller was a recurring guest star on the 2012 season of Grey's Anatomy on ABC.[7]
In 2012, Fuller joined the cast of the Tim Allen-starred ABC sitcom Last Man Standing, portraying the role of Kristin Baxter, replacing Alexandra Krosney who played the role in the first season.[8] She also portrayed Madison "Badison" Murphy in the final two seasons of Orange Is the New Black (2018–2019). When ABC cancelled Last Man Standing and FOX Network picked it up, she signed on to continue playing her role as Kristin Baxter in 2018. Fuller made her debut as a director on Last Man Standing in the season 8 episode "Garage Band".[9]
Personal life
[edit]Fuller currently resides in Los Angeles, California and is married to Matthew Bryan Feld. They announced in July 2019 that they were expecting their first child after battling with endometriosis her entire life.[10]
Filmography
[edit]Film
[edit]| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | Deadly Whispers | Crystal Acton | TV movie |
| 1996 | The Making of a Hollywood Madam | Brittany | TV movie |
| 1997 | 'Til There Was You | Debbie, Age 13 | |
| Don King: Only in America | Teen Girl #2 | TV movie | |
| 1998 | Carson's Vertical Suburbia | Racelle | TV movie |
| Real Story | Mallory | TV movie | |
| Whatever It Takes | April | ||
| Safety Patrol | Amanda Fuller, Girl in Hallway | TV movie | |
| 1999 | The Incredible Genie | Emily | |
| 2000 | Children of Fortune | Erica Passenger | TV movie |
| 2001 | Askari | Emma Crawshay | |
| Anatomy of a Hate Crime | Kristen Price | TV movie | |
| 2003 | The Failures | Sally | |
| 2004 | Death, Can I Buy You a Drink? | Cricket King | Short |
| 2005 | Conviction | TV movie | |
| 2006 | Americanese | Holly | |
| 2007 | Primal Doubt | Claire Harper | TV movie |
| Kush | Sandra | ||
| 2009 | Mr. Sadman | Anna | |
| 2010 | Hopeless | Michelle | Short |
| Red White & Blue | Erica | ||
| 2011 | Other People's Lives | Alexis | |
| Freerunner | Dolores | ||
| Creature | Beth | ||
| 2012 | Beverly Hills Chihuahua 3: Viva La Fiesta! | Spa Employee | Video |
| The Haun Solo Project: Addicted | Sparkle | Video short | |
| 2013 | The Barista | Audrey[11] | Short |
| Cheap Thrills | Audret | ||
| 2014 | Nanoblood | Lisa | Short |
| The Brittany Murphy Story | Brittany Murphy | ||
| Starry Eyes | Tracy | ||
| 2016 | Fashionista | April | |
| 2018 | All The Creatures Were Stirring | Linda |
Television
[edit]| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | Tales of the City | Lexy | TV Mini-Series. Episode: Episode #1.4 |
| 1995 | Charlie Grace | Jordan | Episode: Bring Me the Head of Darnell Sims |
| 1997 | The Tom Show | Katie | Episode: Bad Publicity |
| 1998 | L.A. Doctors | Courtney Wilkes | Episode: What About Bob? |
| Walker, Texas Ranger | Katie | Episode: Code of the West | |
| Party of Five | Hollie | Episode: Naming Names | |
| That '70s Show | Tina Pinciotti | Episode: Eric's Burger Job | |
| 1999 | One World | Megan | Episode: Tough Love |
| Two of a Kind | Courtney Collins | Episode: Kevin Burke's Day Off | |
| The Practice | Julie | Episode: A Day in the Life | |
| 2000 | Malcolm in the Middle | April | Episode: Water Park |
| 2001 | Touched by an Angel | Lucy Baker | Episode: Bringer of Light |
| First Years | Cami | Episode: And Then You Die | |
| 2002 | 8 Simple Rules | Lindsay | Episode: Cheerleader |
| The Division | Summer Landers | Episode: Welcome Home | |
| 2003 | Judging Amy | Shannon Ellner | Episode: Tricks of the Trade |
| Dragnet | Emily Ambrose | Episode: Daddy's Girl | |
| Boston Public | Marie Watson | Episode: Chapter Sixty-Seven | |
| Buffy the Vampire Slayer | Eve | Episode: Showtime | |
| 2004 | NCIS | Jen Shields | Episode: Terminal Leave |
| 7th Heaven | Leanne | Episode: Bad Boys, Bad Boys, Whatcha Gonna Do | |
| Strong Medicine | Tally | Episode: Prophylactic Measures | |
| Summerland | Tracy | Episode: Pilot | |
| Without a Trace | Jessica Raab / Rebecca / Angie Novell | Episode: Risen | |
| 2005-2006 | Threshold | Karyn Reynolds | Episodes: The Crossing & Pulse |
| 2006 | Bones | Lori Mueller | Episode: The Headless Witch in the Woods |
| Independent Lens | Tisa | TV series documentary. Episode: My Life... Disoriented | |
| CSI | Cara Day | Episode: Toe Tags | |
| 2007 | Women's Murder Club | Beth Williams | Episode: Maybe Baby |
| Close to Home | Sally O'Neil | Episode: Making Amends | |
| 2009 | Life | Ann Earley | Episodes: I Heart Mom & 5 Quarts |
| 2010 | Law & Order: Special Victims Unit | Emma Brooks | Episode: Wet |
| 2011 | Rizzoli & Isles | Nancy Lanford | Episode: He Ain't Heavy, He's My Brother |
| 2012 | Grey's Anatomy | Dr. Morgan Peterson | Episodes: Moment of Truth, The Lion Sleeps Tonight, One Step Too Far, If Only You Were Lonely & Have You Seen Me Lately? |
| Scandal | Carly Weston | Episode: Crash and Burn | |
| 2012–2021 | Last Man Standing | Kristin Baxter | Main role (170 episodes), director (2 episodes) |
| 2018–2019 | Orange Is the New Black | Madison "Badison" Murphy | Recurring role, seasons 6–7 |
Video games
[edit]| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | Frankenstein: Through the Eyes of the Monster | Gabrielle |
References
[edit]- ^ Rose, Mike (August 27, 2022). "Today's famous birthdays list for August 27, 2022 includes celebrities Aaron Paul, Paul Reubens". The Plain Dealer. Associated Press. Retrieved August 25, 2023.
- ^ https://people.com/parents/amanda-fuller-opens-up-about-son-hayes-rare-blood-condition/
- ^ Skinner, Craig (August 31, 2010). "Interview with Amanda Fuller - FrightFest 2010".
- ^ Harris, Brandon (October 6, 2010). "Simon Rumley "Red, White & Blue" Filmmaker Magazine Interview".
- ^ Lichman, John (March 16, 2010). "Red White & Blue': Love, Brutality, Duct Tape". The Wrap.
- ^ [1] Archived July 29, 2018, at the Wayback Machine "Creature" Film Review, Fangoria Magazine by Chris Alexander, September 9, 2011
- ^ [2] Archived September 16, 2014, at the Wayback Machine Amanda Fuller bio
- ^ Andreeva, Nellie (June 27, 2012). "TV Castings - Chicago Fire, Last Man Standing, Arrow". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved August 10, 2012.
- ^ Schwartz, Ryan (April 8, 2020). "Last Man Standing's Amanda Fuller Tees Up Her Directorial Debut, Hints at Season 8 Finale Cliffhanger". TVline. Retrieved April 22, 2020.
- ^ "Last Man Standing's Amanda Fuller 'Shocked' to Be Expecting Baby Boy After Endometriosis Battle". People.com. July 15, 2019. Archived from the original on July 16, 2019.
- ^ "Merry Xmas! Warm up with Rebekah McKendry's "BARISTA" for FREE!". FANGORIA®.
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Amanda Fuller
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Early life
Upbringing in California
Amanda Fuller was born on August 27, 1984, in Sacramento, California, as the youngest of four children.[3][11] She has three older brothers, including Jeff Fuller, a producer.[3] Her family relocated to the Los Angeles area during her early childhood, where she was primarily raised.[2] From a young age, Fuller showed a strong interest in the performing arts, influenced by her surroundings in California. At age two, she enrolled in dance classes, which sparked her passion for artistic expression.[2] By age three, she began participating in children's theater productions, marking her initial foray into acting.[12] She continued to explore these interests through school plays and modeling during her developmental years, gaining early experience in theater and commercials.[2] Fuller attended Notre Dame High School in Sherman Oaks, California, graduating in 2002.[13] She did not pursue college education, opting instead to focus on building her acting career immediately after high school.[14] Throughout her upbringing, her experiences in California's vibrant entertainment landscape laid the foundation for her professional path in the industry.[15]Entry into acting
Amanda Fuller developed an early interest in performing arts, beginning her involvement in acting at the age of three through children's theater productions in Sacramento, California.[12] By age eight, she had transitioned into more structured pursuits, embarking on a traditional path in the industry that emphasized conventional roles for young female performers.[16] Fuller made her professional screen debut at age nine in the PBS miniseries Tales of the City (1993), portraying the character Lexy in a supporting role alongside Olympia Dukakis and Laura Linney; this marked her first major television project after local theater and modeling work.[2][17] In the mid-1990s, she continued building her resume with guest appearances on shows like Charlie Grace (1995), where she played Jordan, and the role of Crystal Acton, the younger daughter, in the Lifetime television movie Deadly Whispers (1995), a thriller directed by Bill L. Norton.[17] These early television credits, often featuring young characters in family dramas or mysteries, helped establish her presence in Hollywood, leading to further opportunities in sitcoms and films by the late 1990s.[4]Career
Early roles (1990s–2000s)
Fuller began her acting career at the age of eight, debuting in the PBS miniseries Tales of the City (1993), where she portrayed the character Lexy in one episode.[18] This early role marked her entry into television, following local theater and commercial work in Sacramento, California. Throughout the mid-1990s, she secured supporting parts in made-for-TV movies, including Deadly Whispers (1995), a crime drama in which she played Crystal Acton, the younger sister in a family grappling with tragedy, opposite Tony Danza and Pamela Reed.[19] The following year, she appeared as Brittany in The Making of a Hollywood Madam (1996), a biographical film about the life of Heidi Fleiss. By the late 1990s, Fuller transitioned to more prominent guest spots on network television, often playing teenage characters in family-oriented and dramatic series. In 1997, she had a small role as young Debbie in the romantic comedy 'Til There Was You, starring Jennifer Aniston and Dylan McDermott. Her television work expanded with appearances in shows like The Tom Show (1997) as Katie, Party of Five (1998) as Hollie, L.A. Doctors (1998) as Courtney Wilkes, and Judging Amy (2003) as Shannon Ellner.[20] A notable early breakout came in 1998 when she guest-starred as Tina Pinciotti, the younger sister of Donna Pinciotti, in the pilot season of the sitcom That '70s Show.[21] She also featured in episodes of One World (1999) as Megan and the fantasy film The Incredible Genie (1999) as Emily.[20] Entering the 2000s, Fuller's roles continued to build her resume with recurring and guest appearances in popular series. She played April in an episode of Malcolm in the Middle (2000) and Erica Passenger in the TV movie Children of Fortune (2000).[20] One of her most recognized early parts was as Eve, a Potential Slayer, in the seventh and final season of Buffy the Vampire Slayer (2003), appearing in the episode "Showtime" amid the storyline involving the fight against the First Evil.[22] Additional credits included guest roles in 8 Simple Rules (2002) as Lindsay, The Division (2002) as Summer Landers, The Practice (1999) as Julie Lennon, Bones (2007), and Life (2008), alongside the independent film Primal Doubt (2007) as Claire Harper. These varied performances in both television and film during the decade helped establish her as a versatile supporting actress before her breakthrough in the 2010s.[20]Breakthrough and major television work (2010–2020s)
Fuller achieved her breakthrough in television with the role of Kristin Baxter on the ABC (later Fox) sitcom Last Man Standing, joining the cast in the second season in 2012 after the character was recast from Alexandra Krosney to better align with the storyline's needs for an older portrayal of the eldest daughter.[23][1] As Kristin, a single mother navigating family dynamics and career challenges, Fuller appeared in 170 episodes across eight seasons through 2021, earning praise for bringing depth to the character's evolving personal and professional struggles.[17] The role established her as a series regular on a long-running family comedy, contrasting her earlier guest appearances on shows like Rizzoli & Isles (2011) and Grey's Anatomy (2012), and her lead performance in the 2010 independent thriller Red White & Blue.[3] During her time on Last Man Standing, Fuller expanded her television presence with a notable guest spot as Dr. Morgan Peterson on Grey's Anatomy in 2012 and a guest role as Carly Weston on Scandal that same year, showcasing her versatility in dramatic formats.[3] In 2018, she took on the antagonistic role of Madison "Badison" Murphy in the sixth and seventh seasons of Netflix's Orange Is the New Black, portraying a manipulative prison guard in 14 episodes; the character became a fan-favorite villain for her cunning schemes against the inmates, particularly Piper Chapman. Fuller's performance in this final-season arc highlighted her ability to shift from comedic to intense dramatic roles, drawing comparisons to the show's previous antagonists.[16][24] In the 2020s, Fuller directed her first episode of Last Man Standing ("Garage Band") in 2020, marking a transition into behind-the-scenes work while continuing to act.[25] Following the series' conclusion, she appeared in guest roles on procedurals like NCIS (2011) and guest-starred as Madison Humphrey in the medical drama The Pitt (2025), appearing in 2 episodes, playing a patient entangled in the high-stakes environment of a Pittsburgh trauma center.[26] These projects underscore her ongoing contributions to ensemble television, blending family-oriented narratives with procedural intensity.[27]Personal life
Marriage
Amanda Fuller has been married to Matthew Bryan Feld since 2018.[28] The couple welcomed their first child, a son named Hayes Blue, in November 2019, marking a significant milestone in their relationship after years of anticipation.[8] Fuller has publicly shared that the birth was a "miracle" for them, highlighting the joy and challenges of starting a family together.[10] Prior to their marriage, little public information is available about their relationship, as Fuller maintains a degree of privacy regarding her personal life.[29]Family
Amanda Fuller was born on August 27, 1984, in Sacramento, California, to Robert S. Fuller and Jeanette Marie Fuller (née Legoullon).[28] Her parents owned a children's furniture store called My Kid's Room in Sacramento.[15] She is the youngest of four siblings, with three older brothers.[30] One brother, Jeff Fuller, works as an assistant director and producer in the film industry.[15] Another, Stephen Lee, is a chef who has catered family events, including Fuller's baby shower.[31] Fuller and her husband have one son, Hayes Blue, born on November 15, 2019.[3][32] Hayes was diagnosed with Hemophilia B, a rare genetic disorder that impairs blood clotting due to a deficiency in Factor IX, shortly after birth following complications from a prolonged labor.[10] The family has since learned to administer treatments at home to manage the condition.[10]Filmography
Film
Amanda Fuller's film career spans independent cinema, with roles primarily in horror, thriller, and drama genres, often showcasing her in intense, character-driven parts. She began appearing in feature films in the late 1990s, gaining recognition for her lead performance as Erica in the 2010 cult indie thriller Red White & Blue, directed by Simon Rumley, where she portrayed a woman entangled in a cycle of violence following a chance encounter. This role marked a breakthrough in her film work, highlighting her ability to convey emotional depth in gritty narratives. Subsequent appearances include supporting turns in horror films like Starry Eyes (2014), where she played Tracy, a friend to the ambitious protagonist navigating Hollywood's dark underbelly, and Cheap Thrills (2013), a black comedy thriller in which she starred as Audrey, a wife testing her husband's loyalties through escalating dares. Her filmography reflects a focus on low-budget, festival-circuit projects that emphasize psychological tension over mainstream blockbusters. Fuller continued to build her indie credentials with roles in Fashionista (2016), playing April in a surreal drama about obsession and identity, and All the Creatures Were Stirring (2018), an anthology horror where she took on multiple characters including Linda.[33] More recent work includes the survival thriller Herd (2023) as Diane, a mother protecting her family during a mysterious outbreak, and the holiday film The Great Christmas Snow-In (2025) as Jane. These selections underscore her versatility in genre fare, contributing to films that often premiere at events like South by Southwest or Fantasia Festival.| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 1997 | 'Til There Was You | Debbie |
| 2001 | Askari | Emma Crawshay |
| 2006 | Americanese | Holly |
| 2007 | Primal Doubt | Claire Harper |
| 2009 | Mr. Sadman | Anna |
| 2010 | Red White & Blue | Erica |
| 2011 | Creature | Beth |
| 2011 | Freerunner | Dolores |
| 2013 | Cheap Thrills | Audrey |
| 2014 | Starry Eyes | Tracy |
| 2016 | Fashionista | April |
| 2018 | All the Creatures Were Stirring | Linda / Dickensian Woman No. 1 / Chet's Mom |
| 2023 | Herd | Diane |
| 2025 | The Great Christmas Snow-In | Jane |
Television
| Year(s) | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | That '70s Show | Tina Pinciotti | 1 episode: "Eric's Burger Job"[21] |
| 2001 | Touched by an Angel | Lucy Baker | 1 episode[17] |
| 2002 | 8 Simple Rules | Lindsay | 1 episode: "Cheerleader"[34] |
| 2003 | Judging Amy | Bridget Heller | 1 episode: "Tricks of the Trade"[35] |
| 2006 | Bones | Lori Mueller | 1 episode: "The Headless Witch in the Woods"[17] |
| 2006 | CSI: Crime Scene Investigation | Tania Santos | 1 episode[17] |
| 2009–2010 | Life | Ann Earley | 2 episodes[35] |
| 2010 | Law & Order: Special Victims Unit | Emma Brooks | 1 episode: "Wet"[36] |
| 2011 | Rizzoli & Isles | Nancy Lanford | 1 episode[15] |
| 2012 | Grey's Anatomy | Dr. Morgan Peterson | Recurring role, 5 episodes[15] |
| 2012 | Scandal | Carly Weston | 1 episode[17] |
| 2012–2021 | Last Man Standing | Kristin Baxter | Main role, 170 episodes |
| 2019 | Orange Is the New Black | Madison Murphy (Badison) | Recurring role, 13 episodes[37] |
| 2024 | Wicked World | Lisa | 1 episode[17] |
| 2025 | The Pitt | Madison Humphrey | Main role[37] |