Katey Sagal is an American actress and singer known for her roles in various TV shows and films.
She began her career as a singer and songwriter, performing with bands like The Group With No Name and as a backup vocalist for artists like Bob Dylan and Olivia Newton-John.
Sagal gained fame for her roles in TV series such as Married… with Children, Futurama, 8 Simple Rules and Sons of Anarchy, for which she won a Golden Globe Award in 2011.
She has also released two solo albums, Well… and Room, and has contributed to the soundtracks of several films and TV shows.
Siblings
Katey’s siblings are Jean Sagal and Liz Sagal, who are her identical twin sisters. Jean is also an actress, known for her roles in TV shows like Married… with Children and The Wonder Years.
She has also worked as a casting director and has been involved in various other projects in the entertainment industry.
Liz is Katey’s other identical twin sister. She is also an actress, known for her roles in TV shows like Married… with Children and The Wonder Years.
Liz has also worked in the entertainment industry, primarily in casting and production.
Katey’s younger brother is Joey Sagal, who is also an actor. He is known for his roles in TV shows like Married… with Children and The Wonder Years.
Joey has worked in various capacities in the entertainment industry, including acting, writing and directing.
The Sagal siblings have often collaborated on projects and have been involved in the entertainment industry together, showcasing their shared talents and passion for the arts.
Career
Sagal began her career in the early 1970s, appearing in several made-for-TV movies.
This early exposure helped her gain experience and build a foundation for her future work.
In 1978, Sagal joined Bette Midler’s support group The Harlettes, a musical group that performed backing vocals for Midler.
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During this time, she also released her debut solo album, Well, in 1994. The album showcased her singing talents and demonstrated her versatility as a performer.
Sagal’s breakthrough role came in 1987 when she was cast as Peggy Bundy in the popular sitcom, Married… with Children.
She played the character for over 11 years, earning critical acclaim and a loyal fan base. This role cemented her status as a talented comedic actress.
After Married… with Children, Sagal appeared in various TV shows and movies, including Futurama, where she voiced the character of Leela and 8 Simple Rules, where she played the role of Cate Hennessy, the mother of the main characters.
She also played Gemma Teller Morrow, the matriarch of the Teller-Morrow motorcycle club, in the popular drama series Sons of Anarchy.
Her performance earned her a Golden Globe Award for Best Supporting Actress in a Series, Miniseries, or Television Film in 2011.
After Sons of Anarchy, Sagal has continued to work in television and film, appearing in shows like Pitch and The Conners.
She has also lent her voice to various animated projects, including The Simpsons and American Dad!
Awards and accolades
Sagal has received numerous awards and accolades throughout her career.
One of her most notable awards is the Golden Globe Award for Best Performance by an Actress in a Television Series – Drama, which she won in 2011 for her role as Gemma Teller Morrow in Sons of Anarchy.
She has also been nominated for several Golden Globe Awards for her roles in Married… with Children, including Best Performance by an Actress in a Television Series – Musical or Comedy in 1991, 1992, 1993 and 1994.
Sagal has also been recognized with nominations from other prestigious award ceremonies.
For example, she was nominated for an IVy Award for Best Guest Actor or Actress in a Drama Series in 2005-06 for her role in Lost.
Additionally, she won a Prism Award for Best Performance in a Drama Series in 2006 for her roles in 8 Simple Rules and Sons of Anarchy.
Sagal has also been honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, which was awarded to her on September 9, 2014, in recognition of her contributions to the entertainment industry.
These awards and accolades demonstrate Sagal’s versatility and talent as an actress, singer and performer, and solidify her position as a respected figure in the entertainment industry.
Personal life
Sagal is married to Kurt Sutter, a writer-producer. She has three children, Sarah, Jackson and Esme.
Sarah, born in 1994, is Sagal’s eldest child with her ex-husband Jack White. She is a singer-songwriter and has followed in her mother’s footsteps in the entertainment industry.
Jackson, born in 1996, is Sagal’s second child with Jack White. He is also an actor and has appeared in several TV shows and movies.
Esme, born in 2007, is Sagal’s youngest child with Kurt Sutter. She was born via surrogate due to complications from previous pregnancies.
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