Quick Facts
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
Knives Out
Greatnana Wanetta
Grey's Anatomy
Janis
How I Met Your Mother
Grandma Lois
The Mentalist
Annabelle Draber
Brooklyn Nine-Nine
Carol
Heroes
Charlie Andrews
NCIS
Grace Mullen
NCIS
Bertha Jones-Delacroix
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 |