Person Biography:
Deirdre Quinn, a stunning red-haired beauty from Philadelphia's Main Line, was discovered by a photographer at a friend's Bat-Mitzvah at the age of 12. She was immediately signed as one of Wilhelmina Models' youngest talents, traveling the world to shoot fashion covers and commercials.
By her late teens, Deirdre's resume included leads in several national commercials, countless modeling campaigns, billboards, and starring roles in theatrical and musical theatre productions. She was selected as the first-ever female spokeswoman for Irish Spring in 1997, showcasing her impressive Irish accent.
Deirdre's emphasis on education earned her a college degree in Theatre and acceptance to the prestigious NYU Tisch program at the Column Theatre. She continued to hone her craft, graduating from the two-year Master's program at the renowned Sanford Meisner Center.
Deirdre's acting career took off with her role as Sandra Bullock's roommate in the comedy hit Miss Congeniality, followed by appearances in Aces 'N Eights, Heroes, and K-Ville. She worked alongside legendary actors like Marlon Brando, Robin Williams, Leonardo DiCaprio, and Sean Penn in the documentary "Lying for a Living".
Deirdre's extensive range spans from predatory roles in TV shows like New Suit, CSI, and Diagnosis Murder, to her starring role in Steven King's thriller, The Diary of Ellen Rimbauer. She has also appeared in indie films like Spare Change, showcasing her vulnerability and emotional depth.
Off-camera, Deirdre is a multi-faceted individual with a passion for golf, skiing, classical piano, and singing. She is an interior designer, style maker, and author of published essays, with a lifestyle blog, TheNestingBird, and an Instagram design site @Deirdre.Quinn.
Deirdre's personal life has been marked by challenges, including the loss of her first child in 2009 and subsequent losses. However, she and her husband persisted, welcoming a daughter in 2013 and dedicating themselves to community service. They have worked with organizations like Toys-for-Tots, Tree People LA, M.E.N.D., Interfaith Food Pantry, and Heal-The-Bay, and are dedicated members of the non-profit organization.
Deirdre and her husband have also teamed up as renovators and designers in their residential/multi-residential development company, WKProperties & Brett D. Karns Designs. She currently resides in Los Angeles with her daughter and two cats, prioritizing her role as a stay-at-home mom and making a meaningful difference in her community.
