Fan mail address
Rachel Chagall
BRS / Gage Talent Agency
6300 Wilshire Blvd.
Suite 1430
Los Angeles, CA 90048
USA
Address information
BRS / Gage Talent Agency
(Talent Agency)
6300 Wilshire Blvd.
Suite 1430
Los Angeles, CA 90048
USA
Phone: (323) 857-6666
Fax: (323) 857-0368
Rachel Chagall is an American actress best known for her work in television, particularly for her role as Val Toriello on the hit sitcom Mad About You (1992–1999). Born on March 24, 1952, in New York City, Chagall has enjoyed a long and diverse career, spanning several decades and showcasing her versatility across a variety of roles in both television and film.
Chagall developed an interest in the performing arts at an early age. She pursued her passion for acting by studying at The American Academy of Dramatic Arts in New York, where she refined her craft and prepared for a career in the entertainment industry. After completing her studies, Chagall moved to Los Angeles, where she began her professional acting career, initially taking on smaller roles in both television and film.
Her breakout role came in the early 1990s when she was cast as Val Toriello, the quirky, outspoken, and sometimes unpredictable neighbor of the main characters, Paul and Jamie Buchman, in Mad About You. The sitcom, created by Paul Reiser and Danny Jacobson, was a critical and commercial success, earning Chagall widespread recognition for her comedic timing and her memorable performance as the over-the-top neighbor. Chagall’s portrayal of Val, a character who often found herself caught in the chaos of the Buchman household, quickly became a fan favorite, earning her a devoted following among viewers.