Kelly Curtis Biography

(American Actress Known for Her Roles in the Films: ‘Magic Sticks’ and ‘The Devil's Daughter’)

Birthday: June 17, 1956 (Gemini)

Born In: Santa Monica, California, United States

Kelly Curtis is an American actress known for her roles in the films ‘Magic Sticks’ and ‘The Devil's Daughter’. She has also done several television movies and drama series, and has even contributed as an associate producer and technical advisor to various films. The elder child of actors Janet Leigh and Tony Curtis, and the sister of actress Jamie Lee Curtis, Kelly Curtis was introduced to the world of acting at a young age. Her first appearance on the big screen was as a young girl in the action adventure ‘The Vikings,’ alongside her parents. Later, she earned a business degree from Skidmore College, New York, and after working as a stockbroker for a brief period, she kicked off her professional acting career as a young adult. After a stint at the Lee Strasberg Theatre Institute, she landed roles in films as well as in television projects. The actress married producer/ playwright Scott Morfee in 1989.
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Quick Facts

Also Known As: Kelly Lee Curtis

Age: 68 Years, 68 Year Old Females

Family:

Spouse/Ex-: Scott Morfee (m. 1989)

father: Tony Curtis

mother: Janet Leigh

siblings: Alexandra Curtis, Allegra Curtis, Ben Curtis, Jamie Lee Curtis, Nicholas Curtis

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Height: 5'10" (178 cm), 5'10" Females

Notable Alumni: Lee Strasberg Theatre And Film Institute, Skidmore College

Ancestry: German American, Danish American, Hungarian American

U.S. State: California

City: Santa Monica, California

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education: Lee Strasberg Theatre And Film Institute, Skidmore College

  • 1

    What is Kelly Curtis' most famous role?

    Kelly Curtis is best known for her role as Dr. Liz McTeer in the TV series "The Sentinel."
  • 2

    Has Kelly Curtis ever appeared in any horror movies?

    Yes, Kelly Curtis starred in the horror film "The Devil's Daughter" in 1991.
  • 3

    Did Kelly Curtis ever work behind the scenes in the film industry?

    Yes, Kelly Curtis worked as a production assistant on the film "Perfect" in 1985.
  • 4

    What is Kelly Curtis' involvement in environmental causes?

    Kelly Curtis is an advocate for environmental conservation and has supported various organizations promoting sustainability.
  • 5

    Has Kelly Curtis ever collaborated with her sister Jamie Lee Curtis on any projects?

    Yes, Kelly Curtis and her sister Jamie Lee Curtis co-starred in the film "The Tailor of Panama" in 2001.
Career
Kelly Curtis began acting at Lee Strasberg Theatre Institute. In 1983, she appeared as Muffy in the comedy film ‘Trading Places’ and guest-starred in an episode of ‘The Renegades’. She made guest appearances in two episodes of the series ‘The Equalizer’ in 1986. Around this time, she also played Shirley in the comedy flick ‘Magic Sticks’ opposite George Kranz. In 1989, the actress featured as Whitley in the TV movie ‘Kojak: Ariana’. A year later, she did the TV film ‘Thanksgiving Day’.
She had a leading role in ‘The Devil's Daughter’, a horror film which released in 1991. The following year, Curtis served as an associate producer for the romantic comedy ‘Singles’. The film was a moderate box office success and grossed over $18 million on a budget of $9 million.
In 1993, Curtis got featured in the sci-fi drama series ‘Star Trek: Deep Space Nine’. Three years later, she became a regular cast member in the crime/action series ‘The Sentinel’. In the series, she starred as Lieutenant Carolyn Plummer opposite Garett Maggart, Richard Burgi and Bruce A. Young. The actress next made guest appearances in an episode each of ‘LateLine’ and ‘Judging Amy.’
In 2000, she worked as a technical advisor for ‘Almost Famous’, Cameron Crowe’s comedy drama film telling the story of a teenage journalist who writes for ‘Rolling Stone’ magazine. Curtis worked as an assistant on the films ‘Freaky Friday’, ‘Christmas with the Kranks’ and ‘You Again’ in the ensuing years. The last one was a moderate box office success and managed to earn $32 million against a budget of $20 million.
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Family & Personal Life
Kelly Curtis was born on June 17, 1956 in Santa Monica, California, to actors Tony Curtis and Janet Leigh. She has a sister, Jamie Lee Curtis, who is also an actress. She has three surviving half-siblings: Alexandra, Allegra and Benjamin. Her half-brother Nicholas died of a drug overdose in 1994.
Following the divorce of her parents in 1962, Curtis’ mother married Robert Brandt. In 1978, the actress earned a degree in business from Skidmore College, Saratoga Springs, New York. On September 14, 1989, she married playwright cum producer Scott Morfee.
Facts About Kelly Curtis
Kelly Curtis is an avid collector of vintage vinyl records and has an impressive collection spanning various genres.
In his free time, Kelly Curtis enjoys practicing and perfecting his skills in making latte art, often surprising friends and family with his creative designs.
Kelly Curtis is known for his quirky sense of humor and loves to participate in local improv comedy shows whenever he has the chance.
Despite his busy schedule, Kelly Curtis makes it a priority to volunteer at a local animal shelter, where he helps care for and socialize with the animals in need.
Kelly Curtis has a passion for gardening and has turned his backyard into a beautiful oasis filled with unique plants and flowers that he tends to with great care.

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