- April 27, 2025
Moira Kelly was born on March 6, 1968, in Queens, New York City, to Irish immigrant parents. Her father, Peter Kelly, was a violinist, and her mother, Anne Kelly, was a homemaker. She is one of six children.
Moira Kelly began her acting career in the early 1990s, quickly establishing herself as a versatile actress. She gained recognition for her roles in both film and television. Her early roles showcased her ability to portray a range of characters, from dramatic to comedic.
Kelly is perhaps best known for her role as Donna Hayward in David Lynch’s 1992 film, Twin Peaks: Fire Walk with Me, a prequel to the popular television series Twin Peaks. Her performance was critically acclaimed, furthering her career in independent cinema.
She also achieved significant success in mainstream films, including her role as Kate Moseley in the 1992 romantic comedy The Cutting Edge, which garnered her further recognition and cemented her status as a leading actress. The film was a commercial success and remains a popular romantic movie.
Kelly provided the voice of Nala in Disney’s animated film The Lion King (1994) and its sequel, The Lion King II: Simba’s Pride (1998). This role introduced her to a wider audience and highlighted her voice acting abilities.
In television, she starred as Dorothy Day in the CBS series To Have & to Hold (1998), and as Karen Roe in the popular WB/CW series One Tree Hill (2003-2009), a role that earned her a Teen Choice Award nomination.
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