Kathleen Kinmont Smith was born in the vibrant city of Los Angeles, California, to a talented actress, Abby Dalton, and a successful businessman, Jack Smith. With a unique blend of Swedish, Irish, and Welsh heritage, Kathleen's early life was marked by a fascination with the entertainment industry. As a young child, she began her acting career in commercials, gradually transitioning to a brief stint in modeling before dedicating herself to pursuing acting in film and television as a teenager.
Kathleen's most notable roles are undoubtedly her appearances in several horror films, including the iconic Halloween 4: The Return of Michael Myers (1988) and Bride of Re-Animator (1989). Furthermore, she gained widespread recognition for her starring role in the popular television series Renegade (1992-1996),created by renowned writer and producer Stephen J. Cannell.
Throughout her illustrious career, Kathleen has collaborated with esteemed industry professionals, including writer/director Nick Vallelonga on The Corporate Ladder (1997) and the critically acclaimed That Thing You Do! (1996),directed by and written by the talented Tom Hanks.
In recent years, Kathleen has continued to captivate audiences with her versatility, appearing in a range of projects, including the popular TV series Brat's Zoe Valentine (2019),the heartwarming Hallmark film A Merry Christmas Match (2019),and the feature films The Silent Natural (2019) and Ernesto's Manifesto (2019).
In addition to her on-screen accomplishments, Kathleen has also ventured behind the camera, writing, producing, and directing the short thriller Mrs. Sweeney (2013) and the TV pilot Fame Game.
