Hollywood stuntwoman is recognized
Online, October 8, 2009 (Newswire.com) - Death Defying Hollywood Stuntwoman Honored for Brains, Beauty, Brawn and Excellence in the Business!
Hollywood, CA., October 8, 2010 -- Alongside Jamie Lee Curtis, Lalah Ali, Emily Proctor (CSI Miami) and others, veteran Hollywood stuntwoman-ANGELA MERYL, was recently singled out with a "Diamond in the RAW" award for noteworthy and outstanding achievements in stunts and her commitment to excellence in the stunt industry!
"Wow, it was absolutely shocking to learn that I was being honored this year," explains the Wilingboro, New Jersey native, during the gala event this past Sunday, 10/4/09. "With so much focus on perfecting what I do for my safety, as well as everyone else on the set, there's just never time to stop and wonder if anyone's really noticing all that I go through."
Throughout a career spanning 13-years to date, Meryl's courageous and unsung contributions include risking life day to day as a death-defying stunt double for nearly every gorgeous, black leading lady to include Halle Berry, Beyonce Knowles, Vivica Foxx, Vanessa Williams and Victoria Rowell in short.
Since day one in the business of stunts and acting, Meryl--mother of one and mentor to many---was challenged to conquer fear has a plethora of experiences to prove it! Career highlights include crashing and flipping ambulances, plunging into the depths of New York's Hudson River, smashing through glass tables, crashing down massive flights of stairs, dangling from a helicopter in mid air and more.
Currently in production on the set of Priest (a 2010 movie release), Meryl's recent projects include stints on TV's Law n Order SVU, Mercy and Saving Grace. A hobby turned sideline career in real estate as a property investor/renovator and helping hand to others seeking that same opportunity, in addition to the joys of motherhood and a daily fitness regime considered grueling by most---keeps this babe focused and in the grove.
Based in Los Angeles, Angela Meryl is available for interviews in person, by phone, or via internet. Please contact: Michael Andre Adams / 818.554.1583
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