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Zadegan made her Broadway debut alongside Robin Williams in the Pulitzer Prize–nominated production Bengal Tiger at the Baghdad Zoo in 2011. She is known for playing First Lady (and then President) Dalia Hassan on the eighth season of 24 then leading in the roles of Delia Banai on Girlfriends' Guide to Divorce and Special Agent Hannah Khoury on NCIS: New Orleans.

From 2005 to 2009, Zadegan had roles in such television series as The Bernie Mac Show, Nip/Tuck, NCIS: Naval Criminal Investigative Service, The Unit, How I Met Your Mother, Big Shots, Lost, The Shield, and CSI: Miami.

In 2009, Zadegan appeared in the Persian language stage production of From Satellite with Love "Az Mahvareh Ta Eshgh", touring in the U.S. and Europe.

In 2009 Zadegan originated the role[clarify] of 'The Leper' in Rajiv Joseph's Bengal Tiger at the Baghdad Zoo, which moved to Broadway in 2011. The same year she portrayed the First Lady turned president, Dalia Hassan, in the FOX series “24”.

Zadegan appeared in the 2010 film Elena Undone in the title role of Elena Winters for FilmMcQueen. That same year she also appeared opposite Michael Sheen and Samuel L. Jackson in the role of Jehan Younger in the Columbia Tri Star psychological thriller Unthinkable.

Zadegan returned to television as resident villainess Isabel on the NBC series The Event. She then took on the series regular role of Dr. Gina Bandari on the 2012 series Emily Owens M.D. She appeared as Scarlet Leon, the female lead, opposite Greg Kinnear in the 2014 American version of the comedy Rake.

Later that same year she rounded out the all female-lead cast for Bravo's first scripted series Girlfriends' Guide to Divorce in the role of Delia Banai. The show went on to be the first ever to get a three-season pickup and ran for five seasons before premiering its final season in Spring 2018.

In 2015 Zadegan continued to appear in other television roles such as Extant, Legends and as the Queen of Iran opposite Michael Sheen for Showtime's critical success Masters of Sex.

Zadegan joined the cast of NCIS: New Orleans in October 2018 playing the role of Special Agent Hannah Khoury, the senior agent in the NCIS New Orleans office.

Zadegan played the role of Ra-Sharir in the first two episodes of season 3 of Documentary Now! for IFC in 2019.

Her voice plays the character of Viola in the 2019 virtual reality sci-fi feature film Eleven Eleven, written by Australian screenwriter Lucas Taylor.

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Necar Zadegan STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2011
Iraqi Woman

Leper

Arabic Vocals


Necar Zadegan Movies

Crossroads
[ 2008 ] Shada
Elena Undone
[ 2010 ] Elena
Unthinkable
[ 2010 ] Jehan Younger
Joshua Tree
[ 2011 ] Angelina
Meth Head
[ 2013 ] Maia
Eleven Eleven
[ 2019 ] Viola

Necar Zadegan TV Shows

Emily Owens M.D.
Dr. Gina Bandari
Girlfriends' Guide to Divorce
Delia
Mayor of Kingstown
Assistant D.A. Evelyn Foley
NCIS: New Orleans
Hannah Khoury
The Event
Isabel

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New Works Virtual Festival Announces New Plays And Dates


The first ever New Works Virtual Festival will stream video readings of 20 new non-musical scripts (19 plays, 1 teleplay) featuring the work of a diverse group of writers and all-star cast members.

Santino Fontana, Eva Noblezada and More Announced for New Works Virtual Festival


Filming via Zoom has begun for New Works Virtual Festival. From Sunday October 25th to Saturday the 31st, the NWVF will stream video readings of 20 new scripts of non-musical pieces (19 plays, 1 teleplay) featuring the work of a diverse group of writers and all-star cast members. 4 new play scripts have been announced by the team.

Five Titles Announced For The Actors' Fund's New Works Virtual Festival


From Sunday October 25th to Saturday the 31st, the New Works Virtual Festival will stream video readings of 20 new scripts featuring the work of a diverse group of writers and all-star cast members.

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The New Works Virtual Festival, now scheduled to take place from Sunday October 25th to Saturday the 31st, will stream video readings of 20 new scripts featuring the work of a diverse group of writers and all-star cast members.

Tonya Pinkins, Judy Kuhn, Seth Rudetsky, Carmen Cusack and More to be Featured in THE NEW WORKS VIRTUAL FESTIVAL


From Sunday October 18th to Saturday the 24th, the first-ever New Works Virtual Festival (NWVF) will stream video readings of 20 new scripts featuring the work of a diverse group of writers and all-star cast members. All proceeds will be donated to the Actors Fund.

Owen Wilson and Michael Keaton to Star in Cult-Themed Episode of DOCUMENTARY NOW!


IFC announced that Michael Keaton (Birdman) and Owen Wilson (Zoolander) will star alongside Necar Zadegan (Here and Now) in an upcoming two-part episode of Documentary Now!, the Emmy(R)-nominated comedy known for lovingly paying homage to the world of documentaries. The episode titled, 'Batsh*t Valley,' will headline Season 52's seven-episode lineup, with both parts premiering back-to-back on Wednesday February 20 at 10PM. Documentary Now! is co-created by Fred Armisen, Bill Hader, Seth Meyers and Rhys Thomas and executive produced by Lorne Michaels.

Owen Wilson and Michael Keaton to Star in Cult-Themed Episode of IFC's DOCUMENTARY NOW


IFC today announced that Michael Keaton (Birdman) and Owen Wilson (Zoolander) will star alongside Necar Zadegan (Here and Now) in an upcoming two-part episode of Documentary Now!, the Emmy(R)-nominated comedy known for lovingly paying homage to the world of documentaries. The episode titled, 'Batsh*t Valley,' will headline Season 52's seven-episode lineup, with both parts premiering back-to-back on Wednesday February 20 at 10PM. Documentary Now! is co-created by Fred Armisen, Bill Hader, Seth Meyers and Rhys Thomas and executive produced by Lorne Michaels.

Bravo Media's GIRLFRIENDS GUIDE TO DIVORCE Is Back for a Fifth and Final Season Today


The Girlfriends' get ready to say their final goodbye as Bravo Media's first original scripted series 'Girlfriends' Guide to Divorce,' from Universal Cable Productions (UCP), returns today, June 14 at 10 pm ET/PT for its fifth and final season. Created and executive produced by Marti Noxon, the series follows the close knit friendship of Abby McCarthy (Lisa Edelstein), Phoebe (Beau Garrett), Jo (Alanna Ubach), Delia (Necar Zadegan) and Barbara (Retta) as the ladies embrace the next chapter of their lives and strive to define their own ever after. For a sneak peek, click here: http://www.bravotv.com/girlfriends-guide-to-divorce/season-5/videos/your-first-look-at-the-final-season-of-girlfriends

Bravo Media's GIRLFRIENDS GUIDE TO DIVORCE Is Back for a Fifth and Final Season 6/14


The Girlfriends' get ready to say their final goodbye as Bravo Media's first original scripted series 'Girlfriends' Guide to Divorce,' from Universal Cable Productions (UCP), returns on Thursday, June 14 at 10 pm ET/PT for its fifth and final season. Created and executive produced by Marti Noxon, the series follows the close knit friendship of Abby McCarthy (Lisa Edelstein), Phoebe (Beau Garrett), Jo (Alanna Ubach), Delia (Necar Zadegan) and Barbara (Retta) as the ladies embrace the next chapter of their lives and strive to define their own ever after. For a sneak peek, click here: http://www.bravotv.com/girlfriends-guide-to-divorce/season-5/videos/your-first-look-at-the-final-season-of-girlfriends

Coming Up On HBO's HERE AND NOW In March


Coming Up On HBO's HERE AND NOW In March

GIRLFRIENDS' GUIDE TO DIVORCE Returns to Bravo for Season Two, Today


Bravo Media's first original scripted series GIRLFRIENDS' GUIDE TO DIVORCE, from Universal Cable Productions (UCP), returns for season four today, August 17 at 10 pm ET/PT. Created and executive produced by Marti Noxon, the series follows Abby McCarthy (Lisa Edelstein) as she continues to solidify her single status post-divorce with the help and hijinks of her girlfriends, Phoebe (Beau Garrett), Jo (Alanna Ubach), Delia (Necar Zadegan) and Barbara (Retta).

GIRLFRIENDS' GUIDE TO DIVORCE Returns to Bravo for Season Two, 8/17


Bravo Media's first original scripted series GIRLFRIENDS' GUIDE TO DIVORCE, from Universal Cable Productions (UCP), returns for season four on Thursday, August 17 at 10 pm ET/PT. Created and executive produced by Marti Noxon, the series follows Abby McCarthy (Lisa Edelstein) as she continues to solidify her single status post-divorce with the help and hijinks of her girlfriends, Phoebe (Beau Garrett), Jo (Alanna Ubach), Delia (Necar Zadegan) and Barbara (Retta).

Bravo to Premiere Season 3 of Original Scripted Series GIRLFRIENDS' GUIDE TO DIVORCE, Today


Bravo Media's first original scripted series GIRLFRIENDS' GUIDE TO DIVORCE from Universal Cable Productions (UCP), returns for season three today, January 11 at 10 PM ET/PT.

Bravo to Premiere Season 3 of Original Scripted Series GIRLFRIENDS' GUIDE TO DIVORCE, 1/11


Bravo Media's first original scripted series GIRLFRIENDS' GUIDE TO DIVORCE from Universal Cable Productions (UCP), returns for season three on Wednesday, January 11 at 10 PM ET/PT.

Photo Coverage: Angela Lansbury & More Attend GREY GARDENS THE MUSICAL Opening Night


GREY GARDENS THE MUSICAL opened at CTG/Ahmanson Theatre on Wednesday, July 13, 2016. BroadwayWorld has photos from the starry opening night - check them out below!

Bravo Orders Three More Seasons of Hit Series GIRLFRIENDS' GUIDE TO DIVORCE


Bravo Media and Universal Cable Productions announce an extraordinary three-season pick-up for their original scripted series, GIRLFRIENDS' GUIDE TO DIVORCE.

Bravo Premieres Season 2 of GIRLFRIENDS' GUIDE TO DIVORCE Tonight


Bravo Media's first original scripted series GIRLFRIENDS' GUIDE TO DIVORCE, from Universal Cable Productions (UCP), returns for a sophomore season tonight, December 1st.

Megan Hilty Boards Bravo's GIRLFRIEND'S GUIDE TO DIVORCE


According to The Hollywood Reporter, the Broadway and SMASH veteran has booked a role on Bravo's scripted series GIRLFRIEND'S GUIDE TO DIVORCE. Also joining 'DIVORCE' are Maury Sterling and Aaron Staton.

Necar Zadegan FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Necar Zadegan been in?

Necar Zadegan has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.

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Necar Zadegan has not appeared in the West End.

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