Kirsten Nelson
Biography
Kirsten Nelson is an American actress and director born on October 3, 1970, in Enid, Oklahoma, and raised in Chicago. She attended Northwestern University and became a founding member of Chicago's Roadworks Theatre Ensemble before relocating to Los Angeles. Nelson starred in the USA Network dramedy Psych as Chief Karen Vick, whose character is promoted to Chief of Police in Santa Barbara in Season 2. Her other television and film credits include roles on Buffy the Vampire Slayer, The O'Keefes as Ellie O’Keefe, Baby's Day Out, The Fugitive, Frasier, Ally McBeal, The West Wing, Just Shoot Me!, and Boy Meets World. Nelson is a Lutheran.
Career overview
Kirsten Nelson is an American actress and director born on October 3, 1970, in Oklahoma and raised in Chicago. She attended Northwestern University and became a founding member of Chicago's Roadworks Theatre Ensemble before moving to Los Angeles.
Nelson starred in the USA Network dramedy Psych, playing Chief Karen Vick, whose character is promoted to Chief of Police in Santa Barbara in Season 2. Her additional television and film credits include roles in Buffy the Vampire Slayer, The O'Keefes as Ellie O'Keefe, Baby's Day Out, The Fugitive, Frasier, Ally McBeal, The West Wing, Just Shoot Me, and Boy Meets World.
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Full Filmography
35 titles- Psych 3: This Is Gus (2021) as Karen Vick
- Psych 2: Lassie Come Home (2020) as Karen Vick
- Psych: The Movie (2017) as Karen Vick
- Limelight (2017) as Liz Chance
- This Is Us (2016) as Dr. Green
- Saint George (2014) as Ms. Sloan
- Parenthood (2010) as Mrs. Ellis
- Warehouse 13 (2009) as Judy Giltoy
- Eli Stone (2008) as Dana Asbury
- Psych (2006) as Karen Vick
- Psych (2006) Director
- Mrs. Harris (2006) as TV Interviewer
- Bones (2005) as Nina Slocum
- War of the Worlds (2005) as Businesswoman
- Stuck in the Suburbs (2004) as Susan Aarons
- LArceny (2004) as Della
- NCIS (2003) as Beth Banks
- The O'Keefes (2003)
- Without a Trace (2002) as Ms. McPherson
- Everwood (2002) as Ellie Beals
- Malcolm in the Middle (2000) as Jeanie
- The West Wing (1999) as Young Mrs. Dolores Landingham
- Providence (1999) as Kim
- Thanks (1999)
- Buffy the Vampire Slayer (1997) as Lorraine Ross
- The Practice (1997) as Judy Burke
- Just Shoot Me! (1997) as Helen
- Ally McBeal (1997) as Connie Dekumbis
- Chicago Sons (1997)
- The Pretender (1996) as ATF Agent Beth Swik
- Ned & Stacey (1995) as Wife
- Baby's Day Out (1994) as Woman in Park
- Frasier (1993) as Ellie
- Boy Meets World (1993) as Jessica
- The Fugitive (1993) as Betty
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Kirsten Nelson best known for?
Kirsten Nelson is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including This Is Us (2016), Parenthood (2010), Warehouse 13 (2009), Monster's Ball (2001).
When and where was Kirsten Nelson born?
Kirsten Nelson was born on October 3, 1970 in Enid, Oklahoma, USA.
How many credits does Kirsten Nelson have?
Kirsten Nelson has accumulated over 35 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1993 to 2021.
What is Kirsten Nelson's background in cinema and television?
Kirsten Nelson is an American actress and director born on October 3, 1970, in Enid, Oklahoma, and raised in Chicago. She attended Northwestern University and became a founding member of Chicago's Roadworks Theatre Ensemble before relocating to Los Angeles. Nelson starred in the USA Network dramedy Psych as Chief Karen...