Biography
Who is Katheryn Winnick?
Early life and education
Katheryn Winnick was born on December 17, 1977, in Toronto. She is of Ukrainian descent and spoke Ukrainian as her primary language until age eight. Her family includes two brothers, one of whom is Markjan Winnick.
She began training in martial arts at seven years old and earned a black belt at age 13. By the time she was 21, she had opened three Taekwondo schools. While studying kinesiology at York University in Toronto, she taught self-defense and Taekwondo to actors.
Her formal training also includes the William Esper Studio. She attended Richview Collegiate Institute, where she received a scholarship for directing and drama. She also participated in acting at her local community centre in Toronto.
Acting and directing career
Katheryn entered the film industry by providing martial arts instruction to actors on sets. This work led her to pursue professional acting. She was a series regular on Student Bodies before appearing in various films like Failure to Launch and Love and Other Drugs. She has also appeared in films such as Amusement, Choose, and The Art of the Steal.
Her television work includes roles in Bones, where she played Hannah Burley. She is well known for playing Lagertha in the series Vikings. Other television credits include Wu Assassins, Big Sky, Nikita, and guest appearances on shows like House, CSI, and Criminal Minds.
Beyond live action, she voiced Marie Fischer in the video game Call of Duty: WWII. Katheryn has also worked behind the camera. She directed episodes for the television series Vikings and Wu Assassins.
Personal life and citizenship
Katheryn Winnick holds dual citizenship as a Canadian and an American. In 2022, she and her mother established The Winnick Foundation. This charity was created to provide financial support for Ukraine during the Russian invasion.
In November 2022, the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs banned her from entering Russia. This decision was made alongside 99 other Canadian citizens in response to international sanctions. Her brothers have also appeared on the set of the show Vikings.
Birthday and age
Katheryn Winnick was born on December 17, 1977, which makes Katheryn 48 years old today. That birthday falls under the Sagittarius sign. Katheryn shares the date with 28 other famous people.
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