Katie Leclerc Biography: Age, Net Worth, Height, Siblings, Parents, Ex-Husband, Movies, TV Series, Awards

  Katie Lynn Leclerc, known professionally as Katie Leclerc, is an American actress and producer best recognized for her role as Daphne Vasquez in the ABC Family series Switched at Birth (2011–2017).

Her authentic portrayal of a deaf teenager, informed by her own experience with Ménière’s disease, brought deaf culture to mainstream audiences and earned her critical acclaim.

Leclerc has also appeared in popular television shows like The Big Bang Theory, Community, and Veronica Mars, and has become a prominent figure in Hallmark Channel films, showcasing her versatility in romantic and dramatic roles.

Profile

• Full Name: Katie Lynn Leclerc
• Stage Name: Katie Leclerc
• Born: 6 November 1986
• Age: 38 years old
• Birthplace: San Antonio, Texas, U.S.
• Nationality: American
• Occupation: Actress, Producer
• Height: 1.63m
• Parents: Roger Leclerc and Vicki Leclerc
• Siblings: 2
• Spouse: Brian Habecost (m. 2014–2017)
• Children: None
• Relationship: Single
• Net Worth: $5 million

Early Life and Education

Katie Lynn Leclerc was born on November 6, 1986, in San Antonio, Texas, to Roger Leclerc and Vicki Leclerc. She is the youngest of three siblings, though their names are not publicly disclosed.

Raised in Lakewood, Colorado, she discovered her passion for acting in seventh grade, landing the lead role in a school production of Annie. Leclerc attended Valley Center High School in San Diego, where she pursued theater.

She began learning American Sign Language at 17, before her diagnosis with Ménière’s disease, which causes hearing loss. Her ethnicity is of Canadian descent, and her religious beliefs are not publicly known.

Career

Katie Leclerc began her acting career in 2005 with a guest role as Crystal in Veronica Mars, marking her entry into television. Her early work included small parts in shows like Fashion House (2006) and commercials for brands such as Pepsi, Comcast, and GE.

Her breakthrough came in 2011 when she was cast as Daphne Vasquez in Switched at Birth, a role that required her to use a deaf accent and American Sign Language, skills she honed to portray the character respectfully. This role earned her a Teen Choice Award nomination and significant recognition.

Leclerc’s career expanded with roles in high-profile series like The Big Bang Theory (2011–2017) as Emily and Community (2014) as Carol, showcasing her comedic timing. She starred in several television films, including The Reckoning (2015) and Confess (2017), and ventured into producing with projects like A Bride’s Revenge (2019).

Her work in Hallmark Channel films, such as Christmas a la Mode (2019) and Letters to Santa (2023), established her as a staple in romantic dramas, broadening her appeal to diverse audiences.

Leclerc continues to thrive in both television and film, with recent roles including Rebecca in Letters to Santa (2023) and Joy Keogh in A Very Vermont Christmas (2024) for Hallmark. She also appeared in Pulse (2025) as Kathryn Vogel.

Her advocacy for deaf representation, informed by her personal experience with Ménière’s disease, enhances her influence in the industry. Leclerc’s ability to navigate diverse genres, from thrillers to heartwarming holiday films, underscores her enduring presence in entertainment.

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @katieleclerc
• Facebook Handle: Katie Leclerc
• Twitter Handle: @katieleclerc

Personal Life

Katie Leclerc married real estate salesman Brian Habecost in September 2014, but the couple divorced in July 2017. She has no children.

Filmography

• Veronica Mars (2005)
• Fashion House (2006)
• The Big Bang Theory (2011–2017)
• Switched at Birth (2011–2017)
• The Reckoning (2015)
• Confess (2017)
• Christmas a la Mode (2019)
• A Bride’s Revenge (2019)
• Letters to Santa (2023)
• A Very Vermont Christmas (2024)
• Pulse (2025)

Net Worth

Katie Leclerc has an estimated net worth of $5 million. Her wealth primarily comes from her acting career, notably her long-running role in Switched at Birth, which aired for five seasons, and her frequent appearances in Hallmark and Lifetime films.