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Paula Shaw

Paula Shaw (July 17, 1941 – September 10, 2025) was an American actress. A life member of the Actors Studio, Shaw portrayed characters in numerous films and on television (including a role as prostitute on Barney Miller, season three, "Quarantine", and season four, "Bugs"). She is most well known for her role as Pamela Voorhees in Freddy vs.

Paula Shaw

Paula Shaw

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Name
Paula Shaw
Born
17 July 1941
Birthplace
New York City, U.S.
Died
10 September 2025
Place of death
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Occupation
Actress
Nationality
United States
Education
Actors Studio
Languages
English

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Paula Shaw (July 17, 1941 – September 10, 2025) was an American actress. A life member of the Actors Studio, Shaw portrayed characters in numerous films and on television (including a role as prostitute on Barney Miller, season three, "Quarantine", and season four, "Bugs"). She is most well known for her role as Pamela Voorhees in Freddy vs.

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