Cathy Podewell
- Known For
- Acting
- Born
- January 26, 1964 in Evanston, Illinois, USA
- Active Years
- 1978–2021 (44 Years)
- Total Credits
- 14 credits in database
Biography
Cathy Podewell is an American actress born on January 26, 1964, in Evanston, Illinois. She is best known for her role as Cally Harper Ewing, the second wife of J.R. Ewing, on the television series Dallas, a part she played from 1988 to 1991. Her first professional acting role was in the 1988 horror film Night of the Demons. Throughout her career, Podewell made guest appearances on several television programs, including Murder, She Wrote, Beverly Hills, 90210, Walker, Texas Ranger, and Growing Pains. It was during her time on Growing Pains that Dallas star Larry Hagman recommended her for the role on his series. Before her acting career, she participated in marching band and cheerleading during high school.
Career overview
Cathy Podewell is an American actress born on January 26, 1964, in Evanston, Illinois. She began her professional acting career in 1988 with a role in the horror film Night of the Demons. She is most widely recognized for her portrayal of Cally Harper Ewing, the second wife of the character J.R. Ewing, on the television series Dallas. She appeared on the show from 1988 until 1991.
Her television work includes guest appearances on a variety of programs, such as Murder, She Wrote, Beverly Hills, 90210, Walker, Texas Ranger, and Growing Pains. It was during her time working on Growing Pains that she received a recommendation from Dallas star Larry Hagman for a role on his series. Outside of her professional acting credits, her background includes participation in her high school marching band and cheerleading squad, as well as attendance at the University of California at Santa Barbara. According to her professional records, she has 12 known acting credits.
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Career timeline
Full Filmography
14 titles- Reunion from Hell (2021) as Laurel Conner
- You're Invited: The Making of Night of the Demons (2014) as Herself
- Walker, Texas Ranger (1993) as Audrey 'Candy Delight' Forrester
- Earth Angel (1991) as Angela
- Beverly Hills, 90210 (1990) as Ginger O'Hara / Marla Crawford
- Beverly Hills Brats (1989) as Tiffany
- Night of the Demons (1988) as Judy
- Halloween Party (1987) as Judy
- Growing Pains (1985) as Lydia Shayne
- Murder, She Wrote (1984) as Beth Dawson
- Dallas (1978) as Cally Ewing
- Dallas (1978) as Cally Harper Ewing
- Dallas (1978) as Cally Harper
- Shadows Over Sulphur Falls as Mary Thatcher
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Cathy Podewell best known for?
Cathy Podewell is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Walker, Texas Ranger (1993), Earth Angel (1991), Beverly Hills, 90210 (1990), Night of the Demons (1988).
When and where was Cathy Podewell born?
Cathy Podewell was born on January 26, 1964 in Evanston, Illinois, USA.
How many credits does Cathy Podewell have?
Cathy Podewell has accumulated over 14 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1978 to 2021.
What is Cathy Podewell's background in cinema and television?
Cathy Podewell is an American actress born on January 26, 1964, in Evanston, Illinois. She is best known for her role as Cally Harper Ewing, the second wife of J.R. Ewing, on the television series Dallas, a part she played from 1988 to 1991. Her first professional acting role was in the 1988 horror film Night of the De...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Murder, She Wrote (1984) as Beth Dawson — aged about 20
- Beverly Hills, 90210 (1990) as Ginger O'Hara / Marla Crawford — aged about 26
- Walker, Texas Ranger (1993) as Audrey 'Candy Delight' Forrester — aged about 29
- Dallas (1978) as Cally Ewing — aged about 14
- Dallas (1978) as Cally Harper Ewing — aged about 14
- Dallas (1978) as Cally Harper — aged about 14
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