Katie Cassidy, best known for her role in the series Arrow, has also appeared in the horror film “When a Stranger Calls” and played Kelli Presley in the third season of the “Supernatural” television series. While she’s recognized for her roles in eerie and otherworldly movies and TV shows, there’s much more to her than meets the eye. Here are 10 lesser-known facts about Katie Cassidy that might surprise you.
1. A Quadruple Moniker
Katie Cassidy was born with four names: Katherine Evelyn Anita Cassidy. Although she hasn’t adopted a stage name, she has shortened it to the more familiar Katie Cassidy, which is easier on the tongue.
2. A CW Network Staple
“Arrow” is just one of many shows Katie has appeared in on the CW network. She starred in the “Melrose Place” reboot, played Juliet Sharp in several episodes of “Gossip Girl,” and appeared in “Supernatural” for a few episodes in 2007.
3. A Lifelong Learner
Katie is committed to honing her craft and still takes acting classes despite being a professional in the industry for over a decade. She believes there’s always more to learn and, although the classes can be uncomfortable at times, they’re worth the effort.
4. Sisterly Bonds
Katie’s parents didn’t raise her together, and they both had children with other partners. As a result, Katie has two half-sisters, Jenna and Jamie.
5. The “50 Shades” Rumor Mill
Rumors circulated that Katie was cast in the leading female role for “Fifty Shades” after the author posted a picture of her, highlighting her flexibility. However, Dakota Johnson had already been cast as Ana, and while Katie thinks an appearance in one of the films would be great, she was never cast in the movie.
6. A Gaming Enthusiast
Katie Cassidy is a big fan of video games, particularly “Mortal Kombat.” She played a lot when she was younger, and her favorite fighter was Sub-Zero. Be prepared for a lively conversation if you ever discuss gaming strategies with her.
7. Athletic Prowess
Katie is not only a talented actress but also a trained gymnast. She dedicated 12 years of her life to gymnastics training, practicing up to 25 hours a week under a strict coach. However, she eventually realized she wasn’t Olympics material and gave up the sport.
8. A Twitter Tussle
Katie Cassidy once got into a public fight on Twitter with sportscaster Erin Andrews. She tweeted to her Arrow co-star Stephen Amell about something Andrews had done, and Chrissy Tiegen, a friend of Erin’s, jumped into the fray. It was a situation more fitting for teenagers than adults.
9. From Model to Actress
Before becoming an actress, Katie was a model, appearing in an Abercrombie & Fitch advertisement. She followed in the footsteps of her mother, Sherry Williams, a supermodel during the 1970s who left her successful career to raise her children.
10. A Star-Studded Family
Katie comes from a famous family. Her mother was a renowned model, her father is David Cassidy, who starred in the hit comedy TV series “The Partridge Family,” and her grandfather is the famous actor Jack Cassidy, who enjoyed success on Broadway and in various television series.
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