- April 23, 2025
Sarah Gray Rafferty was born on December 6, 1972, in New Canaan, Connecticut, USA. Her mother, Mary Lee Rafferty, taught English at Convent of the Sacred Heart, and her father, Michael Griffin Rafferty Jr., is a successful businessman. She has three sisters. Rafferty was active in theater from a young age.
She graduated magna cum laude from Hamilton College in 1994, where she majored in English and Theatre. She also studied abroad for a year in Oxford, England. Rafferty furthered her education at the Yale School of Drama, earning a Master of Fine Arts degree.
Sarah Rafferty began her acting career in the late 1990s, appearing in various television shows and films. She garnered recognition for her consistent work in television before landing her breakthrough role.
Rafferty is best known for her role as Donna Paulsen, the sharp-witted and highly competent legal secretary (later COO) in the USA Network legal drama Suits (2011-2019). Her portrayal of Donna Paulsen earned her critical acclaim and a dedicated fanbase.
Other notable television appearances include roles in:
While Rafferty has not received major awards, her performance in Suits has been widely praised. Her character Donna Paulsen became a fan favorite, contributing significantly to the show’s success and longevity. She is recognized for her strong on-screen presence and ability to deliver complex and nuanced performances.
Sarah Rafferty married Aleksanteri Olli-Pekka Seppälä, a research
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