Jennifer Hammon most recently portrayed Dr. Karen Wexler, a character who debuted on the ABC Daytime drama, General Hospital, and now continues on Port Charles. As an intern at General Hospital, Karen must navigate the demands of life as a doctor, as well as her passion for fellow intern Joe Scanlon.

Hammon was born in Orlando, Florida, and received her bachelor of fine arts degree from Florida State University, where she appeared in many theatrical productions. Hammon always knew that she wanted to be an actress; and at the age of 15, began auditioning and won the role of a "bubble-headed cheerleader" in cable's Superforce. Other television credits include The Young & The Restless, and most recently she appeared in the television movie, Killing Mr. Griffin.

Theatrical credits include "Parenthood," "The Bodyguard" and "Wilder Napalm."

A committed activist, Hammon is involved with the AIDS Foundation and is participating in the AIDS Dance-A-Thon.

In her spare time, Jennifer enjoys swing dancing, ballet, jazz dancing, ballroom dancing, and oil painting.

She is skilled in martial arts training, specializing in choung nbu and t'ai chi.

VITAL STATISTICS:
Hometown: Orlando, FL
Birthdate: March 7
Height: 5'7"
Hair: Brown
Eyes: Dark brown

DID YOU KNOW?
Jennifer is a member of the Church of Scientology.

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