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Born:
1942-01-09

Birthplace:
Dallas, Texas, USA

Credits:
111 Total Roles

K Callan

Acting

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Biography

K Callan, born Katherine Elizabeth Borman on January 9, 1942, in Dallas, Texas, is an American actress and author. She began her professional acting career at the Margo Jones Theatre and gained national attention for her role as Peter Boyle’s mousy wife in the film “Joe” in 1970. Callan has had a diverse career spanning film, television, and theater, with notable roles including Martha Kent in the TV series “Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman” and Elizabeth in the Christian drama “The Chosen.” She has also appeared in films such as “American Gigolo” (1980) and “Knives Out” (2019). Callan has authored several books on the entertainment industry and received her acting training at HB Studio in New York City. She was married to author James Ruskin Callan and they have three children.

Known For

Full Filmography

Year Title Role
2025 Sew Torn MOVIE Ms. Engel
2023 Poker Face TV Betty
2022 The Magic Of Passion MOVIE Leslie
2022 Shedding Angels MOVIE Candice Murphy
2019 Knives Out MOVIE Greatnana Wanetta
2019 The Chosen TV Elizabeth
2013 Getting On TV Susan Dayward
2013 Brooklyn Nine-Nine TV Carol
2012 Emily Owens, M.D. TV Lorraine Parks
2012 Veep TV Judy Sherman

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