Catherine Russell (American actress)

This article is about the American actress. For other people named Catherine or Katherine Russell, see Katherine Russell (disambiguation).

Catherine Russell
Catherine Russell at the 2016 Broadway in Bryant Park
Born1956 (age 67–68)
Alma materCornell University
Occupations
  • Actor
  • Producer
  • Professor
  • General Manager
Years active1980–present

Catherine Russell (born 1956) is an American stage actress, professor, general manager, and producer. She is best known for her remarkable achievement of never having taken a sick or vacation day in the Off-Broadway play Perfect Crime since its opening in 1987.[1] Russell also holds the world record for the most performances as the same character (Margaret Thorne Brent) in that play.[2]

Russell's longevity has been covered by People and Entertainment Weekly. She has shared her tips and tricks to her success with Women's Health.[3] Additionally, she identifies as a Christian Scientist.[4]

  1. ^ "Catherine Russell Hits 25 Years". Backstage.
  2. ^ "Most Theatre Performances – Same Role (Female)". Guinness World Records.
  3. ^ "'I've Never Taken A Sick Day—Here's How I Stay So Healthy'". Women's Health. January 20, 2017. Retrieved January 26, 2017.
  4. ^ "'Tell Me Something I Don't Know' van Stitcher op Apple Podcasts". Apple Podcasts (in Dutch). Retrieved September 5, 2017.