Carol Kane Biography

Who is Carol Kane?

Carol Kane who was born as Carolyn Laurie Kane is an American comedian and actor. She came into limelight in the 1970s when she starred in the movie Hester Street, Annie Hall, and The Princess Bride. Carol was born in Cleveland, Ohio to the family of Micheal and Joy Kane, her parent got divorced when she was 12 years old.

How Old is Carol Kane?

Carol was born in the year 1952, June 18 which makes her 68 years old as of year 2020. Her Zodiac Sign is Gemini been born on June 18.

Educational Background

She schooled at Cherry Lawn School in Darien, Connecticut, till 1965. She studied theatre at HB Studio and also enrolled at the Professional Children’s School, in New York City, and made her first debut in a 1966 production.  

Career

Kane first appearance on the TV was in the year 1981 where she acted as Simka Dahblitz-Gravas, wife of Latka Gravas in the movie “Taxi”, she got two Emmy Awards for her role in the movie. She starred in season 3 of “Cheers” as Amanda in year 1984.

Kane was also among actors that played in All Is Forgiven, a 1986 movies, She also acted in American Dreamer from 1990 to 1991. In year 1998, she featured in the Cinemax Comedy Experiment Rap Master Ronnie. In 2009, She acted as mother of Alan Harper’s receptionist in “Two and a Half Men”.

Carol was among the cast in TV series, Ugly Betty in 2010. She acted in the off-Broadway play Love, Loss, and What I Wore in February 2010. In 2011, Kane had her West End debut in January 2011 in a big revival of Lillian Hellman’s drama The Children’s Hour at London’s Comedy Theatre.

In May 2012, Kane showed up on Broadway acting as Betty Chumley in a revival of the play “Harvey”. She also played as Gertrude Kapelput in movie, Gotham. Year 2015, Carol featured in Netflix’s series, Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt. In 2020, She acted in the Amazon show, Hunter.

One of the movies that has brought Carol to spotlight is the Broadway musical “Wicked” where she acted as the bad headmistress, she starred in different production from year 2005 to 2014.

She had the Wicked debut shown on the first national tour in 2005. In 2006, she acted the role again in Broadway production. Carol also played the role for Los Angeles production from 2007 to 2009.

Net Worth

As of year 2020, Kane has a net worth of $5million which she has earned from her acting and comedy career.

Is Carol Kane Married?

Suprisingly, 68 year Old Carol Kane has never been married nor does she have any child. When Kane was in her mid 30’s, she was in a romantic relationship with actor Woody Harrelson but the cause of their break-up is not known till now, though the duo are still friends.

Height and Weight

• Height – 5ft 2inches
• Weight – 58kg
• Hair Color – Blonde
• Eye Color – Brown

Social Media Account

Carol is not active on any social Media page but she has an Instagram account opened by her fans.

Is Carol Kane Dead or Alive?

Carol Kane is alive and aging well, She does not have any health issues. Disregard any rumour concerning Carol’s death.