Kate Mara is an American actress. She was born on February 27, 1983, in Bedford, New York, USA. Mara comes from a family with a background in acting; her mother and sister are also actresses. She began her acting career in the late 1990s, appearing in guest roles on television shows such as “Law & Order” and “ER.”
Mara gained wider recognition for her role as Zoe Barnes in the Netflix political drama series “House of Cards” (2013-2014). Her performance in the show earned her critical acclaim and a Primetime Emmy Award nomination. She later starred in the science fiction series “Humans” (2015) and the mystery drama series “Pose” (2018).
In addition to her television work, Mara has appeared in numerous films. Some of her notable movie roles include “Brokeback Mountain” (2005), “Shooter” (2007), “127 Hours” (2010), “The Martian” (2015), and “Megan Leavey” (2017). She has showcased her versatility as an actress, taking on various genres and character types throughout her career.
Mara is also known for her work in the superhero genre. She portrayed Sue Storm / Invisible Woman in the 2015 film “Fantastic Four.” She has also appeared as the character Vanessa in “Deadpool 2” (2018).
Kate Mara continues to be an active and respected actress in the industry, known for her talent, versatility, and dedication to her craft.