Ann Cusack
Date Of Birth | May 22, 1961 |
Age | 63 years 4 months 14 days |
Day of Birth | Monday |
Place Of Birth | Manhattan, New York, United States |
Zodiac Sign | Gemini |
Professions | Singer , Actress |
Other Name | Ann Cusak |
Personal Information | |
Residence | Los Angeles, California, United States |
Religion | Christianity (Irish Catholic) |
Language | English |
Star Sign | Gemini |
Nationality | American |
Ethnicities | Caucasian , Irish American |
Complexion | White |
Body Features & Measurements | |
Height | 174 CM 5 Feet 9 Inches |
Eye color | Blue |
Hair color | Blonde |
Weight | 60 KG 132 lbs |
Figure Type | Hourglass |
Body Type | Slim |
Bra Size | 34B |
Family Information | |
Father | Richard John Cusack (Dick Cusack; Actor/ producer by profession; born August 29, 1925- died on June 2, 2003 of Pancreatic) |
Mother | Ann Paula Cusack (Nancy Carolan/ Ann Paula Carolan; mathematics teacher) |
Brothers | Bill Cusack (William) John Paul Cusack (Actor, Producer, Writer;) |
Sisters | Joan Mary Cusack (Actress/ writer;) Susie Cusack (Actress/ singer by profession) |
Uncle | Donald Cusack (Paternal) |
Grandfathers | William Bartholomew Carolan (Maternal) Dennis Joseph Cusack (Paternal) |
Nephews | Dylan John Burke (Son of Joan Cusack & Richard Burke; born in 1997) Miles Burke (Son of Joan Cusack & Richard Burke; born in 2000) |
Grandmothers | Mary Agatha McGillen (Maternal) Margaret McFeeley (Paternal) |
Sister In-Law | LaFern Cusack (Actress; Wife of Bill Cusack) |
Education Qualifications | |
Education | Piven Theater & Workshop (acting, enrolled at age 9) , Circle in the Square Professional Theater School |
Alma Mater | New York University |
Love, Romance, Marriage | |
Husbands | Jim Piddock (British Actor/ writer;) Richard Burke (husband of Joan Cusack) |
Career Information | |
Debut (Movie) | A League of Their Own(1992) |
Years Active | 1992- |
Debut (TV) | Overexposed(1992) |
Favorites, Hobbies, Likes/ Dislikes | |
Favorite Brand | Apple |
Social Networks, Web links | |
Twitter Profile | Ann Cusack Twitter Profile |
Official Website | Ann Cusack Official Website |
More Information | |
Net worth | $900,000 |
Biography
Ann Cusack (pronunciation Q-zack) is an American TV & movie actress & singer. She is the sister of popular Cusacks Joan Cusack and John Cusack
Family
Parents
Ann Cusack was born in Manhattan, New York on 22nd May 1961 to Dick Cusack(Father) a Hollywood actor, humorist, writer, producer, and a ww2 veteran & Nancy Cusack(mother)- a mathematics teacher. She was raised in Evanston Illinois
[Ann Cusack Family: Father(Richard), Mother(Nancy), sisters(Joan,Susie) & Brothers(bill, John)]
Siblings
She is one of the 5 children of her parents.
- Ann Cusack (born May 22, 1961)
- Joan Cusack (born October 11, 1962)
- William "Bill" Cusack (born 1964)
- John Cusack (born June 28, 1966)
- Susie Cusack (born May 22, 1971)
Interesting Facts
- Ethnicity & Religion: Her family is Irish Catholic.
- She is the eldest of her siblings.
- Blues Adjacent: She is part of the blues band named- Blues Adjacent along with Thomas Silcott, Andy Comeau, Bob Tomer, Steve Dubin, Otis Roper, Richard Faungo, Paul Costa. She is the lead singer of the band.
- She has appeared in many of her brother John's movies.
- Political inclination: She is critical of the US president of Donald Trump & supported his impeachment. She supported Bernie Sanders in the 2016 presidential elections.
- Versatile actress: Ann has worked in cable, drama, independent films, network, sitcom, web episodes among other formats.
- Jennifer Anniston and Ann Cusack: Ann and Friends actress Jennifer Anniston have been compared for their looks by the fans for there is slight facial resemblance.
- She does not drink or smoke.
Philanthropy- Activism
- Charity & Non-profit work: Ann supports organizations including- 'Working Classroom', 'Piven Theatre workshop', North Suburban peace initiative', 'One Voice', 'The creative coalition', 'sunshine kids' (Helps kids with cancer), 'The off the street club', 'Amnesty International'.
- Save 'Sesame Street': She signed the petition to save 'Sesame Street' from the budget kills which would end federal funding of arts & public broadcasting.
- Opposed Muslim immigration ban: She opposed ban attempts by the Donald Trump Govt. on immigrants from Muslim countries.
- Dodd-Frank Act: She defended the Dodd-Frank Act and opposed repealing attempts by the Govt.
- Women's March: She supported Women's march which was held in opposition to Donald Trump Govt.
- LGBT supporter: She supports LBT cause and advocates Gun control in the United States
- Global warming awareness movement: She supports raising awareness about global warming. Has been involved with the movement for a long time.
- Animal Rights advocate: She is an animal rights advocate, she supports animal rescuing.
Career
Ann's acting career started with the movie A League of Their Own(1992).
She was suggested for the role of Sub Girl in Tank Girl (1995) by Lori Petty, who had previously worked with Ann in A League of Their Own(1992) and appreciated her role.
Filmography
Movies
Movie(year) | Character |
---|---|
The Hammer(2017) |
Nurse Claire |
Sully(2016) | Donna Dent |
Nightcrawler(2014) | Linda |
Crooked Lane(2010) | Ava |
Love at First Hiccup(2009) | Beatrice |
The Informant! (2009) | Robin Mann |
Ace Ventura: Pet Detective Jr.(2009) | Melissa Ventura |
The Neighbor(2007) | Jenny |
Cake: A Wedding Story(2007) | Celeste |
Arc(2006) | Angela Blake |
The Sensation of Sight(2006) | Deanna |
Accepted(2006) | Diane Gaines |
Fatal Contact: Bird Flu in America (2006) (TV Movie) |
Denise Connelly |
My Sister's Keeper(2002) (TV Movie) |
Grace |
America's Sweethearts(2001) | Lee Phillips's Assistant |
Black River(2001) (TV Movie) |
Mandy Pruell
|
What Planet Are You From? (2000) | Liz |
Stigmata(1999) | Dr. Reston |
Peoria Babylon(1997) | Candy Dineen |
Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil(1997) | Delivery Woman |
Cannes Man(1997) | Kitty Monaco |
Grosse Pointe Blank(1997) | Amy |
My Fellow Americans(1996) | White House Tour Guide |
Multiplicity(1996) | Noreen |
The Birdcage(1996) | TV Woman in Van |
The Point of Betrayal(1995) | |
Tank Girl(1995) | Sub Girl |
Renaissance Man(1994) | Bill's Secretary |
Victim of Love: The Shannon Mohr Story(1993) (TV Movie) |
|
Malice(1993) | Waitress |
Overexposed (1992) (TV Movie) |
Marcy Levin |
A League of Their Own(1992) | LF Shirley Baker |
TV Series
TV series (year) | Character |
---|---|
Station 19 (2020) Episode: Episode: I Know This Bar |
Joan |
The Boys(2019) 3 episodes |
Donna January |
Castle Rock (2018) 5 Episodes |
Warden Porter |
Better Call Saul(2016-2018) 5 Episodes |
Rebecca Bois |
Mr. Mercedes(2017) 3 episodes |
Olivia Trelawney |
Tycoon (2017) 6 episodes |
Catherine Blake |
Grimm (2016) Episode: Lycanthropia |
Mrs. Baske |
Castle (2015-2016) Episodes: "Dead Red", "XX" |
Rita |
Fargo(2015) Episode: "Waiting for Dutch" |
Judge Mundt |
Backstrom (2015) Episode: Love Is a Rose and You Better Not Pick It |
Sandy Hale-Cooper |
Sullivan & Son (2014) episodes: Everybody Loved Frank |
Ellen |
Masters of Sex(2013) Episode: Brave New World |
Harriet |
Scandal (2012) Episode: Hunting Season |
Corinne Stark |
Hart of Dixie (2012) 2 episodes |
Annie Hattenbarger |
Body of Proof(2012) episode: Identity |
Gail Whirley |
Harry's Law(2011) Episode: The Fragile Beast |
Lynette Zales |
Private Practice(2009-2011) 5 episodes |
Susan Grant |
The Genesis Files (2010) 3 episodes |
Jane |
In Plain Sight (2010) episode: Whistle Stop |
Melissa Donaldson |
Trauma (2010) Episode: Scope of Practice |
|
Criminal Minds (2010) Episode: Mosley Lane |
Sarah Hillridge |
The Unit (2008-2009) 4 episodes |
Susan Gillum |
Little Britain USA(2008) Season 1 Episode 1 |
|
Greek(2008) Episode: 47 Hours and 11 Minutes |
Karen Cartwright |
Brothers & Sisters(2008) Episode: Double Negative |
Jamie |
Army Wives(2007) Episode: Dirty Laundry |
Hannah White |
Boston Legal(2007) Episode: Angel of Death |
Dr. Donna Follette |
The Lost Room(2006) Episodes: "The Comb and the Box", "The Key and the Clock" |
Helen Ruber |
Close to Home(2006) Episode: "There's Something About Martha" |
Martha Harris |
Bones(2006) Episode: The Titan on the Track |
Brianna's Lawyer |
Grey's Anatomy (2006) Episode: What Have I Done to Deserve This? |
Susan Grant |
Ghost Whisperer(2006) Episode: Melinda's First Ghost |
Grace Dowling |
Six Feet Under(2005) Episode: Dancing for Me |
Linda Hoviak |
Charmed(2004-2005) 2 episodes: "Carpe Demon", "Charmed Noir" |
Miss Donovan |
One Tree Hill(2004) 2 episodes: "Hanging by a Moment", "The Living Years" |
Dr. Nora Thorpe |
The Brotherhood of Poland, New Hampshire(2003) 7 episodes |
Julie Shaw |
Frasier(2003) Episode: Daphne Does Dinner |
Antonia |
Miracles(2003) Episode: The Friendly Skies |
Karen Longview |
Star Trek: Enterprise(2002) Episode: Carbon Creek |
Maggie |
Family Law(2002) Episode: Alienation of Affection |
Nancy Emenson |
What About Joan(2001) Episode: Joan's Sister Visits |
Ann Gallagher |
Ally McBeal(2001) Episode: The Obstacle Course |
Rebecca Moore |
The Huntress(2000) Episode: Kidnapped |
Melissa Schiffer |
Ladies Man(1999) Episodes: Thanks for Nothing |
Delilah |
Maggie(1998-1999) 22 episodes |
Maggie Day |
From the Earth to the Moon(1998) 2 episodes: "The Original Wives Club", "Apollo One" |
Jan Armstrong |
The Jeff Foxworthy Show(1996-1997) 23 episodes |
Karen Foxworthy |
Murder, She Wrote(1995) Episode: The Scent of Murder |
Margaret Barkley |
Love & War(1993) Episodes: "Croton on Hudson", "Valentine's Day" |
Katherine |
The Jackie Thomas Show(1992) | Stephanie |
Short movies
Short Movie(year) | Character |
---|---|
Stand/ Still(2018) | Woman |
Awards
Year: Award: Won? | Category |
---|---|
2000: Chicago Film Critics Association Awards: Winner Shared with other Cusack siblings (Dick Cusack, Bill Cusack, Joan Cusack, John Cusack, Susie Cusack) |
Commitment to Chicago Award |
Quotes
- Why is Terrible Trump still in office?
- Great journalism doesn't get air time. They have to have great ratings and make money for the network.
- How can anyone say there isn't global warming? Step outside.
- Why are Saudi Arabian men so afraid of their women having basic human rights?
- Negativity is spiritual suicide.
- Tell the world what you intend to do, but first, show it.
- Knowledge is not just information but also the organizing and intelligence of how it is directed through practical plans of action.
News and Updates
- First Annual Cherry Blossom Festival: She attended the Cherry Blossom Festival held in Pasadena, California. Anthony Begonia, Dom Magwili, Rob Fukuzaki, and Rodney Kageyama shared the screen with Ann.