Kaitlyn Dever, a talented young actress, has garnered widespread recognition as one of Hollywood's most promising emerging stars, earning her a spot on Variety's esteemed list of 10 Actors to Watch.
Her impressive filmography showcases her remarkable versatility, with notable roles in a diverse range of movies, including Clint Eastwood's historical drama J. Edgar (2011),James Ponsoldt's poignant coming-of-age story The Spectacular Now (2013),Destin Daniel Cretton's critically acclaimed dark drama Short Term 12 (2008),and Jason Reitman's thought-provoking exploration of technology and relationships Men, Women & Children (2014).
Furthermore, she played a significant role in Kathryn Bigelow's powerful drama Detroit (2017),which tells the gripping true story of the 1967 Detroit riots.
Kaitlyn's standout performance in Short Term 12 (2013) alongside a talented cast, including Brie Larson, LaKeith Stanfield, John Gallagher Jr., and Rami Malek, earned her widespread critical acclaim. The film premiered at SXSW 2013, where it won the Grand Jury Prize for Best Narrative as well as the Audience Award, solidifying Kaitlyn's status as a rising star.
In addition to her impressive film career, Kaitlyn has also made a notable impact on television, playing the memorable role of Loretta McCready on the FX drama Justified (2010) for four seasons, receiving widespread critical acclaim for her performance.
Moreover, she lent her voice to the award-winning video game Uncharted 4: A Thief's End (2016),voicing Cassie Drake, the daughter of the game's lead character Nathan Drake.
