Katherine Boyer Waterston was born on March 3, 1980, in Westminster, London, England. She is the daughter of Lynn Louisa (née Woodruff), a former model, and Sam Waterston, an actor. She has a sister, Elisabeth Waterston, also an actress, and a brother, James Waterston, also an actor. She holds dual citizenship, British and American. Waterston was raised in Connecticut and attended Loomis Chaffee School and graduated with a BFA in Acting from Tisch School of the Arts at New York University.
Waterston began her acting career primarily in theater. Her early stage credits include performances in productions such as “As You Like It” and “Los Angeles.” Her theater work provided her with a foundation in acting and performance.
Waterston transitioned to film and television, appearing in smaller roles in films like “Michael Clayton” (2007) and “Taking Woodstock” (2009). She gradually gained prominence through independent films, showcasing her acting range and versatility.
A significant turning point in her career came with her role as Shasta Fay Hepworth in Paul Thomas Anderson’s “Inherent Vice” (2014). This performance garnered her critical acclaim and wider recognition within the film industry. She also gained attention for her role in “Queen of Earth” (2015).
Waterston is known for her roles in a variety of films, including: