Andrea Laura Barber[1] (born July 3, 1976[2]) is an American actress.

[4] Barber's first major role was as the original Carrie Brady on the American soap opera Days of Our Lives, from 1982 to 1986.

Barber is known for her role on the sitcom Full House as Kimmy Gibbler, the best friend of D.J.

After Full House ended, Barber retired from acting and focused on her personal life.

In 2012, Barber reprised the role for a Funny or Die sketch called It's F*ckin Late alongside Dave Coulier, her former Full House co-star.