Katharine Isabelle, born Katharine Isobel Murray on November 2, 1981, in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, is a Canadian actress. She comes from a family involved in the film industry; her father, Graeme Murray, was a set designer, and her mother, Deborah Murray, a writer. This background likely influenced her early exposure and interest in acting.
Isabelle began her acting career at a young age, with her first credited role in the 1989 film Cousins. Throughout the 1990s, she appeared in various television movies and series, gaining experience and building her resume.
A significant turning point in her career came with her performance as Ginger Fitzgerald in the 2000 horror film Ginger Snaps. This role garnered her critical acclaim and established her as a prominent figure in the horror genre. She reprised the role in the 2004 sequel, Ginger Snaps 2: Unleashed, and returned in a different role for the prequel, Ginger Snaps Back: The Beginning.
Other notable film roles include appearances in Freddy vs. Jason (2003), Insomnia (2002), and American Mary (2012), where she played the titular role and received further acclaim. She has also been involved in independent films such as The Last Will and Testament of Billy the Kid (2012) and Bad Times at the El Royale (2018).
Isabelle has maintained a consistent presence on television. She had recurring roles in several series, including The X-Files, Da Vinci’s Inquest, Supernatural, Being Human (North American version), and Hannibal, where she played Margot Verger. She also had a starring role in the Syfy series Haven.
Katharine Isabelle’s performances, particularly in the horror genre, have earned her recognition and a dedicated fanbase. Her work in Ginger