Kelly Carlson Biography: Movies & TV Shows, Height, Net Worth, Parents, Husband, Siblings, Age, Awards, Ethnicity

Kelly Carlson is an American actress, model, and martial artist best known for portraying Kimber Henry in the acclaimed FX medical drama Nip/Tuck.

She is also recognized for her roles in The Marine, Starship Troopers 2: Hero of the Federation, Paparazzi, Made of Honor, and Melrose Place.

After stepping away from acting in 2013, she returned briefly in 2020 before focusing on personal projects and advocacy.

Kelly Carlson
Wiki Facts & About Data
Real Name:	Kelly Lee Carlson
Stage Name:	Kelly Carlson
Born:	February 17, 1976 (age 50 years old)
Place of Birth:	Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States
Nationality:	American
Ethnicity:	White American
Education:	Academy of Holy Angels, Richfield, Minnesota
Height:	5 ft 5 in (165 cm)
Religion:	Not publicly disclosed
Parents:	Not publicly disclosed
Siblings:	Not publicly disclosed
Spouse:	Dan Stanchfield (m. 2015)
Relationship:	Married
Children:	None publicly known
Occupation:	Actress, Model, Martial Artist
Net Worth:	Approximately $4–6 million USD (estimated)

Early Life and Education

Kelly Lee Carlson was born on February 17, 1976, in Minneapolis, Minnesota, and was raised in Bloomington, Minnesota. She attended the Academy of Holy Angels in Richfield.

From an early age, she enjoyed horseback riding and became a competitive equestrian.

At age 17, she began modeling in Minneapolis before moving to Los Angeles to pursue a career in entertainment, where she also trained in acting and theater.

Career

Kelly Carlson began her career as a fashion model, appearing in advertising campaigns for Miller Lite, Rembrandt, and Oliver Peoples.

She also appeared in Maxim and Stuff magazines before making her film debut with a small role in 3000 Miles to Graceland (2001). She followed this with roles in Paparazzi and Starship Troopers 2: Hero of the Federation.

Her breakthrough came in 2003 when she was cast as Kimber Henry in Nip/Tuck. Originally intended as a guest character, Kimber became so popular that Kelly Carlson was promoted to a series regular and remained on the show until its conclusion in 2010.

The role established her as one of television’s most recognizable actresses during the series’ run.

Outside of Nip/Tuck, Kelly Carlson starred opposite John Cena in The Marine (2006) and appeared in Made of Honor, Everwood, CSI: Crime Scene Investigation, CSI: Miami, Monk, Castle, Melrose Place, and The Finder.

In 2013, she retired from acting after her husband received a military transfer, although she briefly returned for the faith-based film The Reason in 2020.

Awards and Recognition

• Best known for portraying Kimber Henry in Nip/Tuck.
• Ranked No. 43 on Maxim’s Hot 100 list in 2005.
• Appeared on the cover of Stuff magazine and featured in Maxim.
• Recognized for her successful transition from modeling to television acting.

Personal Life

Kelly Carlson married Dan Stanchfield, a former United States Navy officer, in 2015. She retired from acting to support her husband’s military career after he was stationed in San Diego.

Kelly Carlson is trained in the Filipino martial art Kali and is an active supporter of organizations including Smile Network International, Wounded Warriors, and the LongRun Thoroughbred Retirement Society.

She is also an advocate for horse welfare and animal protection.

Net Worth

Kelly Carlson‘s estimated net worth is between $4 million and $6 million USD, earned through her successful career in television, film, modeling, and commercial endorsements.

Filmography

Films

• 3000 Miles to Graceland (2001)
• Paparazzi (2004)
• Starship Troopers 2: Hero of the Federation (2004)
• The Marine (2006)
• Made of Honor (2008)
• Player 5150 (2008)
• The Reason (2020)

Television

• Nip/Tuck (2003–2010)
• Everwood (2004–2006)
• Head Cases (2005)
• CSI: Crime Scene Investigation (2006)
• Break-In (2006)
• CSI: Miami (2007)
• Monk (2009)
• Melrose Place (2009–2010)
• Castle (2010)
• The Finder (2012)
• Jimmy (2013)