Jean Louisa Kelly

Jean Louisa Kelly (born March 9, 1972, in Worcester, Massachusetts) is an American screen artist known for combining grounded dramatic work with sharp comedic timing. Also a singer, Kelly built a career that moves comfortably between film, television, and voice performance.

Many viewers recognize her best from the long-running sitcom Yes, Dear, where she played Kim Warner, a role that helped cement her as a familiar presence in American TV comedy. Her early film work also drew attention, including a standout turn as Tia Russell in Uncle Buck.

Kelly’s film credits highlight her range, from heartfelt drama as Rowena Morgan in Mr. Holland's Opus to projects such as Ruby Bridges (Jane Coles), Origin of the Species (Laura), and The Fantasticks (Louisa Bellamy). She has also taken on genre and indie titles like Locked Away (Chloe) and American Shaolin (Maria).

Expanding beyond on-camera roles, she contributed voice work as Natalie Breez in LEGO Hero Factory: Brain Attack, underscoring a versatile career shaped by character-driven performances across formats.