Kathleen McDermott is a Scottish actress best known for her role as Joanne in the acclaimed 2002 psychological drama The Magdalene Sisters.
She has also appeared in The Acid House, Morvern Callar, The Debt Collector, and The Book Group. Her career has primarily focused on British and Scottish independent film and television.
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| Name: | Kathleen McDermott |
| Born: | May 21, 1977 (age 49 years old) |
| Place of Birth: | Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom |
| Nationality: | Scottish |
| Ethnicity: | White |
| Height: | 165 cm (5 ft 5 in) |
| Religion: | Christianity |
| Parents: | Mr. and Mrs. McDermott |
| Occupation: | Actress |
| Net Worth: | $1 million |
Early Life and Education
Kathleen McDermott was born on May 21, 1977, in Glasgow, Scotland.
She grew up in Scotland and developed an interest in acting before entering the entertainment industry. Her ethnicity is White, and Christianity is the most widely practiced religion in Scotland. Details about her parents, siblings, and formal education have remained private.
Career
Kathleen McDermott began her screen career in the late 1990s, appearing in Scottish and British productions.
One of her early notable appearances was in The Acid House, the 1998 anthology film based on the work of Scottish writer Irvine Welsh.
She later appeared in television productions such as The Book Group and films including The Debt Collector and Morvern Callar. Her most recognized role came in 2002, when she portrayed Joanne in Peter Mullan‘s The Magdalene Sisters. The film received significant critical acclaim and won the Golden Lion at the Venice Film Festival.
McDermott has maintained a relatively selective acting career, with her work concentrated largely in independent British and Scottish cinema and television.
Personal Life
Kathleen McDermott is 49 years old and has kept her personal life away from the public spotlight.
Information about her spouse, children, siblings, and current romantic relationship has not been reliably established. Her relationship status is therefore listed as N/A. She has largely focused on her acting career while maintaining privacy regarding her family life.
Net Worth
Kathleen McDermott has an estimated net worth of $1 million USD. Her income has primarily come from acting roles in films and television productions.
Filmography
- The Acid House — 1998
- The Debt Collector — 1999
- The Book Group — 2002
- The Magdalene Sisters — 2002
- Morvern Callar — 2002