Jana Carpenter

Jana Carpenter, born January 26, 1971, is an American actress, singer, and guitarist based in the UK. She has appeared in various TV and radio series, episodes, and films, showcasing her versatile acting skills. Notably, Carpenter provided the English voice of Norie in the English dub of Roujin Z and played roles in films such as The Criminal, Demon Wheels, and Private Life. In addition to her acting career, Carpenter is also a vocalist and guitarist in the countryfolk or harmony band Piefinger and the Mercury Prize-nominated experimental rock band Sweet Billy Pilgrim. She gained recognition for her portrayal of De Maggio, a soldier, in the first series of the revived British programme Doctor Who. Carpenter has been married to writer and director Julian Simpson since 2005.More