Keri Russell is an American actress. Working mainly in dramatic television since the 1990s, she has received a record eight nominations for the Critics’ Choice Television Award for Best Actress in a Drama Series. In 2017, she was honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame for her contributions to television. She made her first film appearance in Honey, I Blew Up the Kid. Russell’s other film appearances include We Were Soldiers, Waitress, Dawn of the Planet of the Apes, and Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker. On stage, she acted in Neil LaBute’s off-Broadway play Fat Pig and made her Broadway debut in the Lanford Wilson revival Burn This.
Birth Name
Keri Lynn Russell
Nickname
Care Bear
Profession
Actress
Nationality
American
Personal Life
Birthday / Date of Birth
Keri Russell was born on 23rd of March 1976, in Fountain Valley, California, United States.
Age
She is currently 49 years old.
Sun Sign
Aries
Ethnicity
White
Religion
Christianity
Education
Russell attended Highland Hall Waldorf School in Los Angeles. From a young age, she trained extensively in dance, which later influenced her graceful physical performances on screen.
Family Details
- Father – David Russell (Nissan Motors Executive)
- Mother – Stephanie Stephens (Homemaker)
- Siblings – Todd Russell (Older Brother), Julie Russell (Younger Sister)
Marital Status
Married
Boyfriend / Spouse
Keri Russell has dated –
- Matthew Rhys
Physical Statistics
Height
- In feet – 5 feet 4 inches
- In centimeters – 163 cm
- In meters – 1.63 m
Weight
- In Kilograms – 52 kg
- In Pounds – 115 lbs
Body Measurements
- Measurements – 34–24–35
- Bust – 34 inches
- Waist – 25 inches
- Hip – 35 inches
- Bra Size – 32B
Body Build
Slim
Eye Color
Hazel
Hair Color
Dark Blonde
Shoe Size
She wears a size 7.5 (US) shoe.
Dress Size
Her dress size is 5 (US).
Sexuality
Straight
Professional Statistics
Famous For
Russell is famous for her Emmy-winning performance as Felicity Porter in Felicity (1998–2002) and her critically acclaimed role as Elizabeth Jennings in The Americans (2013–2018), which cemented her reputation as one of television’s finest dramatic actresses. She gained her first role on The Mickey Mouse Club through her talents in dancing.
Television Debut
In 1991, Keri debuted on television as a cast member of The All-New Mickey Mouse Club.
Film Debut
In 1996, Russell made her film debut in Malibu Shores (TV film), followed by major film roles soon after.
Career Highlights & Achievements
- Achieved global recognition through Felicity.
- Won Golden Globe Award for Best Actress (TV Drama).
- Starred in the critically acclaimed series The Americans.
- Appeared in major films like Mission: Impossible III, Waitress, Dawn of the Planet of the Apes, and Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker.
- Known for powerful portrayals of complex, intelligent female characters.
- Continues to lead prestige television and film projects.
Keri Russell Net worth
Keri Russell has an estimated net worth of $12 million dollars as of 2026.
Social Media Profiles
- Instagram – kerilynnrussell1976
Some Lesser Known Facts About Keri Russell
- Russell was born in Fountain Valley, California, to Stephanie Stephens, a homemaker, and David Russell, a Nissan Motors executive.
- She was a dancer in middle school and high school, and her dancing had helped her get cast on The All New Mickey Mouse Club television show on the Disney Channel. From 1991 to 1994, Russell was on the show encompassing seasons four to six.
- In 1992, she appeared in Honey, I Blew Up the Kid and in 1993, had a minor role on the sitcom Boy Meets World as Mr. Feeny’s niece. She appeared on Married… with Children in a 1995 episode (“Radio Free Trumaine”, production 9.24).
- Keri first garnered attention when she starred in the title role of the hit television series “Felicity” from J.J. Abrams and Matt Reeves. Just four months after the show’s acclaimed premiere on the WB, she was honored with a Golden Globe® Award for Best Performance by an Actress in a Drama Series.
- Russell’s film credits include “We Were Soldiers,” “Mad About Mambo,” “The Upside of Anger,” “Mission Impossible III,” “August Rush,” “The Girl In The Park,” “Bedtime Stories,” Extraordinary Measures,” “Goats,” “Austenland,” “Dark Skies,” “Dawn Of The Planet Of The Apes,” “Free State Of Jones,” and the romantic comedy “Waitress” for which she received rave reviews.
- In 2018, Russell was announced to have joined the cast of the film Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker, which was released on December 20, 2019.
- Keri starred alongside Adam Driver in the Broadway revival of Lanford Wilson’s “Burn This.” The limited engagement play, directed by Tony Award winner Michael Mayer, opened in March 2019 and ran through July 2019.
- Her other television credits include the miniseries “Into the West,” executive produced by Steven Spielberg, the Hallmark Hall of Fame Presentation “The Magic of Ordinary Days,” and “Running Wilde” with Will Arnett.
- Most recently, Keri can be seen starring in “The Diplomat” for Netflix in which Keri plays the titular role of an American Diplomat in London.
- In 2023, Russell began starring in The Diplomat, a political series on Netflix from writer and producer Debora Cahn.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Keri Russell?
She is an American actress who became known for playing the title role on TV’s Felicity and also starred on The Americans. She played the character Lindsey Farris in the 2007 film Mission: Impossible III and Jill in the 2008 film Bedtime Stories.
What is the real name of Keri Russell?
Her real name is Keri Lynn Russell.
What is the age of Keri Russell?
She is 49 years old (23rd of March 1976).
What is Keri Russell Height?
The Height of Keri is 1.63 m (5′4”).
What is Keri Russell Educational Background?
She attended Highland Hall Waldorf School in Los Angeles. From a young age, she trained extensively in dance, which later influenced her graceful physical performances on screen.
What is Keri Russell Known For?
She is famous for her Emmy-winning performance as Felicity Porter in Felicity (1998–2002) and her critically acclaimed role as Elizabeth Jennings in The Americans (2013–2018), which cemented her reputation as one of television’s finest dramatic actresses.
What is the Net worth of Keri Russell?
She has an estimated net worth of $12 million dollars as of 2026.