Kelli Barrett

Kelli Barrett is an American actress, singer, and stage performer born in Virginia Beach, Virginia. Raised by a single mother, she developed a passion for musical theater during her childhood. She received early training at the Governor's School for the Arts in Virginia before pursuing her higher education in musical theater performance at the University of the Arts in Philadelphia.

Barrett is best known for her extensive career on Broadway and off-Broadway stages. She originated the role of Sherrie in the off-Broadway production of Rock of Ages and went on to appear in major Broadway productions, including playing Nessarose in Wicked and Lara Guarishkova in Doctor Zhivago. Her other notable Broadway credits include roles in The Royal Family, Baby It's You!, and Gettin' the Band Back Together, alongside lead stage performances in productions of My Fair Lady and Emma.

On television, Barrett has portrayed a wide range of characters, most notably playing Liza Minnelli in the FX limited series Fosse/Verdon and Maria Castle in the Marvel series The Punisher. Her television career also features recurring and guest roles on daytime and primetime programs, including As the World Turns, I Just Want My Pants Back, The Good Wife, Law & Order: Special Victims Unit, Chicago Fire, Dynasty, Younger, and Dickinson. Her film work includes roles in Confessions of a Shopaholic, Remember Me, and Mr. Popper's Penguins.

Beyond acting, Barrett works as a vocal and acting coach and co-founded Empowered Artist Coaching to mentor emerging performers. She regularly tours with concert engagements alongside her husband, actor Jarrod Spector, and has continued her stage work, including co-starring in the Broadway musical production of Beaches.