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Sonja Denise Plack (née Williams), known professionally as Sonja Sohn, (born May 9, 1964) is an American actress, filmmaker, and activist, best known for portraying Baltimore detective Kima Greggs in the HBO drama The Wire (2002–2008). She is also known for having starred in the 1998 independent film Slam, which she co-wrote, and appearing as Samantha Baker in the ABC series Body of Proof and as GBI Chief Amanda Wagner in the ABC series Will Trent. She is also the founder and CEO of the Baltimore-based outreach program, ReWired for Change, which focuses on the rehabilitation of at-risk youth who have engaged in criminal behavior.

Quick facts about Sonja Sohn

  • Full name: Sonja Sohn
  • Born: 1964-05-09
  • Nationality: United States
  • Known as: Actor
  • Wikidata ID: Q441836

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Who is Sonja Sohn?

Sonja Denise Plack (née Williams), known professionally as Sonja Sohn, (born May 9, 1964) is an American actress, filmmaker, and activist, best known for portraying Baltimore detective Kima Greggs in the HBO drama The Wire (2002–2008).

What nationality is Sonja Sohn?

Sonja Sohn is United States.

When was Sonja Sohn born?

Sonja Sohn was born on 1964-05-09.

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