Nancy Valen (born December 16, 1965 in Hallandale Beach, Florida) is an American actress. Her best known role on a television series was probably that as Capt. Samantha Thomas on Baywatch.
Won a theatrical scholarship to the University of Florida, but declined it to pursue her career in Miami.
Measurements: 34-24-35 (Source: Celebrity Sleuth magazine)
Sister-in-law of Eileen Davidson (I), James Van Patten (I), Shana Hiatt and Vincent Van Patten.
Niece of Joyce Van Patten and Timothy Van Patten.
Cousin of Talia Balsam.
Daughter-in-law of Dick Van Patten and Pat Van Patten.
Auditioned for the role of "Cassie Winslow #2" when Laura Wright (I) abruptly exited the role, but lost to Nicole Forester.
Has played a health professional on two different high school sitcoms, "Boy Meets World" (1993) and "Saved by the Bell" (1989).
