Kay Lenz Biography

Kay Lenz is an American actress who has worked primarily on television. Born in a family with a history in the show business, she first appeared on television as a baby in a show produced by her father, Ted Lenz. She continued appearing in her father’s shows throughout her childhood. At the age of 14, Lenz started working as a child artist, beginning with appearances in the American Christian dramatic series ‘This Is the Life.’ She later went on to star in numerous television programs as well as films. Till date, the talented actress has won many awards and nominations including an Emmy Award for her supporting role in NBC’s ‘Midnight Caller’ and a Golden Globe nomination for Most Promising Newcomer in 1973. Lenz, who was once married to actor-singer David Cassidy, is currently single and has no children. Besides acting, she has been working with the Sea Save Foundation which strives to protect water sources by raising awareness among the public about the beauty and the value of oceans.