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Katherine Heigl

Born: 24 November 1978

As Dr. Izzie Stevens on “Grey’s Anatomy,” the former child model became a fan favorite and won an Emmy in 2007. The American went on to become a big-screen sweetheart in romantic comedies like “Knocked Up.” Today she lives a quiet life with her family on a ranch.

Also known as: Katherine Marie Heigl