Cathy Cahlin Ryan
Cathy Cahlin Ryan | |
|---|---|
| Born | Cathy Cahlin Ryan |
| Occupation | Actress |
| Years active | 1990–present |
| Known for | The Shield |
| Spouse |
Shawn Ryan (after 1998) |
| Children | 2 |
Cathy Cahlin Ryan is an American actress best known for her role as Corrine Mackey in the critically acclaimed crime drama series The Shield. She has also appeared in several other television series and films. Ryan is married to television producer and screenwriter Shawn Ryan, creator of The Shield.[1][2]
Early life
[change | change source]Cathy Cahlin Ryan was born and raised in the United States. Little is publicly known about her early life and education, as she has kept her personal background private.
Career
[change | change source]Ryan began her acting career in the 1990s with small roles in television and film. She gained widespread recognition for her portrayal of Corrine Mackey, the wife of lead character Vic Mackey, in FX's The Shield (2002–2008). Her performance in the series was praised for its emotional depth and complex portrayal of a character caught in morally ambiguous situations.
- Guest roles in shows like Judging Amy, Monk, and CSI: Crime Scene Investigation.
- Appearances in independent films and TV movies.[3]
Though her role in The Shield remains her most notable, Ryan has continued to work in both television and film, often collaborating with her husband on projects.[4][5]
Personal life
[change | change source]Ryan married Shawn Ryan, a television producer and showrunner, in 1998. The couple has two children. She often supports her husband's creative endeavors and has occasionally appeared in cameo roles in his productions.
Ryan is known for maintaining a low public profile, focusing on her family and select acting projects.[6]
Filmography
[change | change source]Television
[change | change source]- The Shield (2002–2008) – Corrine Mackey
- Judging Amy – Guest role
- Monk – Guest role
- CSI: Crime Scene Investigation – Guest role
Film
[change | change source]- Independent films and minor roles in TV movies
Awards and recognition
[change | change source]While Ryan has not won major acting awards, her performance in The Shield has been acknowledged as an integral part of the show's success.
Related pages
[change | change source]References
[change | change source]- ↑ Greene, Amanda (2023-03-02). "What Cathy Cahlin Ryan Has Learned From Playing a Mental Health Provider on TV". The Mighty. Retrieved 2024-11-16.
- ↑ "Jay Karnes Net Worth". Celebrity Net Worth. 2014-08-15. Retrieved 2024-11-16.
- ↑ Clarendon, Dan (2022-03-12). "'The Shield' Turns 20: Where's the Cast Now?". TV Insider. Retrieved 2024-11-16.
- ↑ "Cathy Cahlin Ryan - Actress". TV Insider. 2022-03-12. Retrieved 2024-11-16.
- ↑ "Cathy Cahlin Ryan Net Worth". Celebrity Net Worth. 2014-08-15. Retrieved 2024-11-16.
- ↑ Pena, Jessica (2017-03-15). "The Shield: Would Shawn Ryan Like to Revisit the FX Series?". canceled + renewed TV shows, ratings - TV Series Finale. Retrieved 2024-11-16.