Joanna Kerns

Joanna Kerns

72 · Born: Feb 12, 1953

Personal Details

BornFeb 12, 1953 San Francisco, California, USA
Spouse
  • Marc Appleton

    ( Sep 30, 1994 to Dec 8, 2025 )
  • Richard M. Kerns

    ( Dec 11, 1976 to Dec 31, 1969 )
Parents
  • Martha Louise (Smith) de Varona
  • David Thomas de Varona
Relatives
  • Kurt de Varona (Sibling)
  • David de Varona (Sibling)
  • Joanna Pinto (Niece or Nephew)
  • John David Pinto (Niece or Nephew)
  • John Pinto (Sibling)
  • Joseph de la Cruz de Varona Betancourt (Grandparent)
  • Donna de Varona (Sibling)

Biography

Joanna Kerns, a talented and accomplished individual, was born on February 12, 1953, in the vibrant city of San Francisco, California, USA. With a strong foundation in the world of entertainment, Joanna has made a lasting impact as both an actor and director.

Her impressive filmography boasts a diverse range of projects, including the critically acclaimed "Girl, Interrupted" (1999),the hit comedy "Knocked Up" (2007),and the beloved television series "Growing Pains" (1985).

Beyond her professional accomplishments, Joanna has also found happiness in her personal life. Since September 30, 1994, she has been married to Marc Appleton, with whom she shares a loving relationship.

Prior to her marriage to Marc, Joanna was previously married to Richard M. Kerns, with whom she had a meaningful connection.

Career

2007
Knocked Up
Knocked Up as Alison's Mom
2001
2000
1999
At the Mercy of a Stranger
At the Mercy of a Stranger as Elizabeth Cooper
1998
Emma's Wish
Emma's Wish as Emma Bridges-Mame
1997
Sisters and Other Strangers
Sisters and Other Strangers as Gail Connelly Metzger
Mother Knows Best
Mother Knows Best as Celeste Cooper
1996
Terror in the Family
Terror in the Family as Cynthia Marten
1995
Whose Daughter Is She?
Whose Daughter Is She? as Laura Eagerton
See Jane Run
See Jane Run as Jane Ravenson
Mortal Fear
Mortal Fear as Dr. Jennifer Kessler
1993
Not in My Family
Not in My Family as Veronica Ricci
Shameful Secrets
Shameful Secrets as Maryanne Walker-Tate
1992
Captive
Captive as Kathy Plunk
1990
Blind Faith
Blind Faith as Maria Marshall
1989
The Preppie Murder
The Preppie Murder as Linda Fairstein
1988
She's Having a Baby
She's Having a Baby as Joanna Kerns (uncredited)
1987
Street Justice
Street Justice as Catherine Watson
Mistress
Mistress as Stephanie
1985
Growing Pains
Growing Pains as Maggie Seaver
1983
V
V as Marjorie Donovan
1982
1978
Coma
Coma as Diane
Ape
Ape as Marilyn Baker