Kirsten Vangsness was born on July 7, 1972, in Pasadena, California. Her parents are Errol Leroy Vangsness and Barbara Mary, and she has Norwegian and Italian ancestry.
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Vangsness is best known for her role as FBI technical analyst Penelope Garcia on the CBS crime drama series “Criminal Minds,” which she has played since 2005. She has also co-written several episodes of the show.
Before “Criminal Minds,” Vangsness had roles in various films and TV shows, including “The Chicago 8,” “Scream of the Bikini,” and “Dharma & Greg.”
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Kirsten Vangsness is currently in a relationship with Keith Hanson. She was previously in a relationship with Melanie Goldstein. Vangsness does not have any children.
As of 2024, Kirsten Vangsness is 51 years old and stands at 5’7″ (170 cm) tall. She has received multiple awards for her work, including the Los Angeles Drama Critics Circle’s Natalie Schafer Award.
She has also been nominated for several Primetime Emmy Awards for her role in “Criminal Minds.” Kirsten Vangsness’ net worth is estimated to be around $3 million.
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