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Kimberly Williams-Paisley Biography

Birth Name:Kimberly Payne Williams

Birth Place:Rye, New York, United States

Profession Actress, Producer, Soundtrack, Director

Fast Facts

  • Has supported a number of charitable organizations, including St․ Jude Children's Research Hospital and the XP Foundation
  • Studied theater at Northwestern University
  • Got married to country singer Brad Paisley
  • Is the sister of actress Ashley Williams
  • Well known for her role in the film "Father of the Bride․"
  • In addition to her primary career as an actress, is an accomplished writer who has authored various works that have been published in magazines such as In Style and Redbook
  • Co-authored the children's book "Henry and the Hidden Veggie Garden" with her father

Awards

  • 1992CFCA Award-Most Promising Actress: nominated
  • 1992MTV Movie Award-Best Breakthrough Performance: nominated
  • 1997Golden Satellite Award-Best Actress in a Series, Drama: nominated
  • 2011Grace Award-Most Inspiring Television Acting: nominated