Katherine Evelyn Anita Cassidy (born November 25, 1986), known professionally as Katie Cassidy, is an American actress. She was born in Los Angeles, California, to actor David Cassidy and Sherry Benedon. She was raised by her mother and stepfather, Richard Benedon.
Cassidy began her acting career in the early 2000s, with appearances on television shows such as “7th Heaven” and “Listen Up!”. Her early film roles included appearances in “When a Stranger Calls” (2006) and “Click” (2006). She gained recognition for her roles in horror and thriller films.
Cassidy is best known for her role as Laurel Lance / Black Canary in the CW superhero television series “Arrow” (2012–2020), as well as appearances in the associated Arrowverse shows “The Flash” and “Legends of Tomorrow”. Her portrayal of the character garnered her significant attention and solidified her position as a prominent actress in the superhero genre. She also portrayed Ruby in the third season of “Supernatural”.
In addition to her acting career, Cassidy has also pursued other ventures, including modeling and fashion collaborations.