Caitlin Leahy (born 1988) is an American actress and model. She is known for her roles in the 2018 film ''

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'', and the television series ''

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'' and '' Queen of the South''.

Early life

Leahy was born and raised in

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, to Matt and Ellen Leahy. The middle of five children, she has three sisters, Shannon, Cara, Brenna, and a brother, Ryan. She began training and performing at a young age, eventually studying theatre at the

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before receiving her Bachelor of Arts from

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Career

In 2016 Leahy guest starred on an episode of

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's ''

'' titled "Being Bow-Racial" which was the highest rated episode of season 3. Other notable roles include

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's '' Queen of the South'',

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's '' Roadies'', ABC's '' Secrets & Lies'', and

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's ''

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''. In 2017 Leahy appeared in several TV series including

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's ''

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'', the Lifetime film '' Michael Jackson: Searching for Neverland'', and FX's ''

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''. In March 2017, Leahy was cast as the female lead in the epic action film ''

'' playing the role of Delilah. The movie which filmed in

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was released in theatres in February 2018. Leahy has modeled for numerous brands, such as Bentley Motors, Adidas, Chase Bank, Ritz Carlton, Honda, Schlitz Brewing Co. and

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's ''

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''.

Filmography

Films

Television

References

External links

* {{DEFAULTSORT:Leahy, Caitlin Living people 21st-century American actresses 1988 births