Gloria Reuben was born on June 9, 1964, in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Her mother, Pearl, was a singer, and her father, Cyril Reuben, was an architect. Reuben’s background is diverse, with her mother being of Jamaican descent and her father of American-Jewish and Scottish ancestry. She has a brother, Denis Simpson, who was a children’s television personality.
Reuben began her acting career in the late 1980s, appearing in various television series and films. Early roles included appearances in Canadian television shows and smaller film projects. Her breakthrough came in the mid-1990s with her role as Jeanie Boulet, a HIV-positive physician assistant, on the NBC medical drama *ER*. She joined the cast in 1995 and remained a series regular until 1999, earning critical acclaim and several award nominations.
Following her departure from *ER*, Reuben continued to work steadily in television, film, and theater. She has taken on diverse roles, showcasing her versatility as an actress. She has appeared in both leading and supporting roles across various genres.
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