Date of Birth: March 6, 1968
Zodiac Sign: Pisces
Biography
Moira Kelly is an acclaimed American actress known for her versatile acting skills and memorable performances in both film and television. Born on March 6, 1968, in Queens, New York, Kelly grew up in a large Irish-American family. She attended Marymount Manhattan College and began her acting career in the early 1990s. Kelly’s breakthrough role came in 1992 when she starred as Kate Moseley in the romantic comedy “The Cutting Edge.” She further solidified her reputation in the industry with her role as Donna Hayward in the film “Twin Peaks: Fire Walk with Me” (1992) and as Mandy Hampton in the first season of the critically acclaimed television series “The West Wing.” She also provided the voice of adult Nala in Disney’s animated classic “The Lion King” (1994) and its sequel. Throughout her career, Moira Kelly has been praised for her dedication to her craft and her ability to bring depth and nuance to her characters. She has appeared in a variety of genres, from drama to comedy, showcasing her range and adaptability as an actress.
5 Interesting Facts about Moira Kelly
1. Moira Kelly was initially supposed to play the role of Annie Banks in “Father of the Bride” (1991) but had to drop out due to an injury and was replaced by Kimberly Williams-Paisley.
2. She took ballet lessons as a child and had aspirations of becoming a professional dancer before turning to acting.
3. Kelly was raised in a devout Roman Catholic family and has often spoken about the importance of her faith in her life.
4. She took a hiatus from acting to focus on her family but made a return to the screen in the mid-2000s.
5. Moira Kelly is actively involved in various charitable organizations, including those focused on education and children’s welfare.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Moira Kelly
1. “I believe in faith and family. I don’t need to hide that.”
2. “I think everything in life happens for a reason. I think we make our own decisions and we have to live with them.”
3. “I’ve had a wonderful career. I’ve been blessed with a lot of great opportunities and I’ve worked with a lot of great people.”
4. “The most important thing to me is being a mom. Everything else is secondary.”
5. “Every role is a challenge, and learning about the character’s background and motivations is what makes acting so fascinating.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
Moira Kelly’s highest net worth achieved is estimated to be around $2 million.
Children
Moira Kelly has two children with her husband, Steve Hewitt: a daughter named Ella and a son named Eamon.
Relevant Links
1. [Moira Kelly IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0001415/
2. [Moira Kelly Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Moira_Kelly
3. [Moira Kelly Biography on Biography.com](https://www.biography.com/actor/moira-kelly
4. [Moira Kelly on The West Wing Wiki](https://westwing.fandom.com/wiki/Moira_Kelly
