Katherine Cunningham, a talented actress, was born and raised in the charming suburb of Elk Grove Village, Illinois. As a young child, she would often join her parents and siblings on stage, captivating local audiences with her performances in various theatrical productions. After pursuing her passion for acting and biology at Illinois State University, she embarked on a career in the performing arts, initially focusing on theatre.
Throughout her impressive career, Katherine has had the privilege of working on numerous productions, showcasing her remarkable range and versatility. Some of her notable credits include "Picnic" at the Writers' Theatre, "Honest" at Steppenwolf Theatre, "The Taming of the Shrew" at Chicago Shakespeare Theatre, and the world premiere of "Big Lake Big City" at Lookingglass Theatre, penned by Keith Huff and directed by the renowned David Schwimmer.
In addition to her extensive theatre work, Katherine has also made a name for herself in television, making her debut in the ABC series "Detroit 1-8-7," where she played a charismatic black jack dealing confidant to a charming but womanizing police officer. Her impressive television credits also include guest appearances on "Shameless" (Showtime),"The Playboy Club" (NBC),"The Mob Doctor" (FOX),"Underemployed" (MTV),"Chicago Fire" (NBC),and "Mind Games" (ABC).
