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Kelly LeBrock

Kelly LeBrock is an American actress and former model, born in New York City in 1960.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Kelly LeBrock is an American actress and former model, born in New York City in 1960. She is best known for her 1980s film roles in The Woman in Red and Weird Science, after first gaining prominence as a fashion model.

Early life

Kelly LeBrock was born in New York City in 1960 and raised in London. Sources identify her as having a French-Canadian father and an Irish mother.

Modelling career

LeBrock started modelling as a teenager and became known for high-profile fashion and advertising work. Her modelling success helped establish her public profile before she entered film.

Acting career

LeBrock made her acting debut in The Woman in Red in 1984. She later became especially known for Weird Science and also appeared in action and comedy films including Hard to Kill.

Public image

During the 1980s, LeBrock was widely recognized as a glamour model and screen actress. Her image became closely associated with beauty campaigns and mainstream entertainment of that era.

Key facts

  • Kelly LeBrock is an American actress and former model born in New York City in 1960 and raised in London.
  • She began her career as a model before moving into acting, with her film debut in The Woman in Red (1984).
  • She is best known for her roles in Weird Science (1985) and Hard to Kill (1990).
  • LeBrock is widely associated with 1980s pop culture and fashion modelling.
  • She has Canadian relevance through her French-Canadian father.
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Canadian context

LeBrock has Canadian relevance through reported family background: one source describes her father as French-Canadian.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Kelly LeBrock?
Kelly LeBrock is an American actress and former model best known for her 1980s film roles and fashion work.
What is Kelly LeBrock best known for?
She is best known for The Woman in Red and Weird Science, along with her modelling career.
When was Kelly LeBrock born?
She was born on March 24, 1960.
Where was Kelly LeBrock born?
She was born in New York City, New York, United States.
What was Kelly LeBrock’s acting debut?
Her film debut was The Woman in Red (1984).

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kelly_LeBrock
    Supports: Birth date, nationality, occupations, and acting debut in The Woman in Red.
  2. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0001456/bio/
    Supports: Birth place, upbringing in London, family background, modelling start, and filmography.
  3. Fandango — https://www.fandango.com/people/kelly-lebrock-382654/biography
    Supports: Modelling career, major films, and transition from modelling to acting.
  4. TV Guide — https://www.tvguide.com/celebrities/kelly-lebrock/bio/3000507912/
    Supports: Birth name, profession, and birth place.