Katherine McNamara is an American Actress. She came to the limelight after Clary Fray‘s role in the supernatural drama series “Shadowhunters.” It premiered from 2016 to 2019.
Katherine McNamara has also played the role of Julie Lawry in the post-apocalyptic miniseries “The Stand”. Katherine has won the “Teen Choice Award” for excellent work on “Shadowhunters”. She was the recipient of the People’s Choice Award.
| Bio/Wiki | |
|---|---|
| Real Name | Katherine Grace McNamara |
| Nickname | Kat, Katie-Mac, Kat McNamara, Katie Mac |
| Profession | Actress, Voice Artist |
| Personal Life | |
| Date of Birth | November 22, 1995 |
| Age (as of 2023) | 27 years |
| Birthplace | Kansas City, Missouri, United States of America |
| Nationality | American |
| Hometown | Kansas City, Missouri, United States of America |
| Current Residence | Los Angeles, California |
| Zodiac Sign | Sagittarius |
| Religion | Christian (approx) |
| School | N/A |
| College/University | Drexel University |
| Educational Qualification | Bachelor of Science |
| Hobbies | Dancing |
| Physical Stats | |
| Height (approx.) | in centimeters- 164 cm in meters- 1.64 m in feet inches- 5'4” |
| Weight | in kilograms- 52 kg in pounds- 115 lbs |
| Eye Colour | Green |
| Hair Colour | Red (Natural) |
| Body Measurements | 35-25-33 |
| Bra Size | 35C |
| Waist Size | 25 |
| Hips Size | 33 |
| Career | |
| Debut | Matchmaker Mary [2008] |
| Awards & Achievements | Teen Choice Awards People's Choice Awards |
| Relationships & Affairs | |
| Marital Status | Unmarried |
| Boyfriend | Joel Courtney |
| Family | |
| Parents | Father- Evan McNamara Mother- Ursula McNamara |
| Favourite/Likes & Dislikes | |
| Favorite Childhood Show | Scooby-Doo |
| Favorite Movies | The Princess Bride (1987) |
| Favorite Colour | Blue |
| Favorite Snacks | Giordano’s Pizza in Chicago |
| Income | |
| Net Worth (approx.) | $3 Million |
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Biography/Early Life
Katherine McNamara was born on November 22, 1995, in Kansas City, Missouri, United States of America. Her sun sign is Sagittarius.
Katherine spent her childhood days in Lee’s Summit, Missouri. Later, she and her parents shifted to Los Angeles, California, in 2011.
Family
Katherine McNamara was born to her parents, Ursula McNamara and Evan McNamara. She was the one and only child of her parents. Both of Katherine’s parents served in the U.S. military.
Katherine’s paternal grandparents are Thomas David McNamara and Carrie Baker.
Katherine’s maternal grandparents are William James Hayden and Nickole Lucille Stauffacher.
Education
Katherine McNamara was a great and intelligent student during her school days. Katherine got her high school diploma at the age of 14.
At the age of 17, Katherine graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration. She was pursuing her Bachelor’s degree from Drexel University.
Upon completing her Bachelor’s degree, Katherine started to go for an online master’s degree literature program at Johns Hopkins University.
Career
When Katherine was staying in Kansas City, she started her acting career. She started her acting career with Matchmaker Mary in 2008 and appeared in the short film “Get Off My Porch”. In the year 2010, she was cast in A Little Night Music.
She has appeared as a guest actress in television series like Law & Order: SVU, 30 Rock, and Drop Dead Diva. She was also seen in theatrical movies like New Year’s Eve and Girl vs. Monster.
She has appeared in a recurring role in the Disney XD series Kickin’ It. She also took part in the Nickelodeon series The Thundermans. She was selected for the MTV series Happyland as Harper Munroe, where her role was of a theme park photographer.
Katherine appeared in The Maze Runner film sequel, Maze Runner: The Scorch Trials. In this sequel, she was playing the role of Sonya, a co-leader of Group B.
In 2018, Katherine McNamara got a chance to play a role in the seventh season of Arrow. She was playing the recurring character of Mia Smoak. Katherine was cast in CBS All Access.
Besides her acting career, Katherine was also participating in singing. She wrote and sang some songs. Katherine wrote and sang the song “Chatter“. She composed the music “My Heart Can Fly“. She performed the song “Stay True“.
Katherine released her song “What Do We Got to Lose” on digital music platforms. Another song by Katherine, named “Making a Monster Out of Me,” was released on digital music platforms. Katherine released “Love Me Like That” across various digital music platforms.
Katherine is the brand ambassador for Stomp Out Bullying. She has also worked with the commercials Mediacom Online, Belfonte Yogurt, etc.
Relationship, Boyfriend, Affairs
Katherine McNamara was dating the actor Joel Courtney. They started dating in 2011. Due to some personal issues, they separated in 2015.
Later one rumor broke out that Katherine had an affair with actor Pierson Fode. However, this rumor was not confirmed.
Recently she also shared some pictures on her social media with Will Tudor.
Physical Appearance
Katherine is a 5 ft 4½ in or 164 cm tall slim woman with approximately 52 kg or 115 pounds.
Katherine’s body measurements are around 35-25-33. Her chest is around 35, her waist is about 25, and her hips are 33.
Net Worth
Katherine is a famous American Actress. She primarily earns from acting, modeling, and commercials. She possesses a net worth of $3 Million.
Interesting Facts about Katherine McNamara
- Katherine McNamara is a full-time member of the Actors Equity Young Performers Committee.
- Katherine was a trained ballet dancer. But she was interested in other dance forms like jazz, tap, lyrical, hula, hip-hop, and waltz.
- Katherine was very fond of classical music, coffee on rainy days, reading books, and poetry.
- Katherine likes salty foods more than sweet ones.
- She loves to play piano and guitar.
- Katherine is a huge fan of the director David O. Russell.
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