Kellie Noelle Martin was born on October 16, 1975, in Riverside, California. Her father, Robert Martin, was a retail executive, and her mother, Cheryl (née DiTrapani), was a kindergarten teacher. She has a sister, Heather, who is deceased. Martin began acting at the age of seven.
Martin’s acting career began with television appearances in the late 1980s. She gained early recognition for her roles in television series such as “Life Goes On,” where she played Becca Thatcher from 1989 to 1993. This role earned her significant acclaim and established her as a prominent young actress. She also had a recurring role on “ER” as medical student Lucy Knight from 1998 to 1999.
Beyond “Life Goes On” and “ER,” Martin has starred in numerous television movies and series. She played Daphne Blake in “A Pup Named Scooby-Doo” (1988-1991). She has also become known for her roles in Hallmark Channel movies, often starring in lead roles within their mystery movie series.
While primarily known for her television work, Martin has also appeared in several films. Some of her film credits include:
Kellie Martin is a frequent star on the Hallmark Channel, particularly in their mystery movie series. She has starred in:
Martin is a graduate of Yale University, where she studied art history. She took time off from acting to focus on her education. She graduated in 2001.</