Amanda Brugel

Pointe Claire (February 27, 2010 (February 27, 2010) Toronto ON). Pointe Claire is a quiet community that is located on the West Island, which is part of Montreal's island. It is a bit of a mystery as the West Island can be confusing to those unfamiliar to its significance. Many people believe that it's an island located that lies west of Montreal However, it is actually a part of the city. West Island encompasses everything between the cities in Lachine as well as West. Amanda Brugel grew up on this island, and it is often referred to as her birthplace. But she only was there for a brief duration. Brugel was raised in Courtice close to Oshawa, Ontario. Her first ambition was to be a dancer. However, a growth increase caused her to surpass all of the dance partners she was able to have. In an article from The Toronto Star she admitted In heels, I'm 6 feet one inch. Once I surpassed my male counterparts and stopped dancing, I quit. There are many dancers who make the move to acting. As for Bruce, it was her drama instructor who pushed her into this path. The teacher recommended that she try out for a school production. She was able to audition and be cast as Anne of Green Gables. She was given the Fine Arts Talent Scholarship to attend York University's Theatre Program which she completed at the age of 20 with a Bachelor's of Fine Arts. Over the past 20 years that followed, Brugel has landed roles on more than 60 productions on the big and small screens. She attracted the most attention when she landed the character in the role of Rita on the award-winning series The Handmaid's Tale (pictured below). Brugel was the sole Canadian in the Season 1 The Handmaid's Tale cast and only seen occasionally was the sole Canadian.