Maureen Gallagher is a renowned actress and playwright recognized for her contributions to theater and film, especially in Chicago.
She is best known for her stage performances, particularly in productions such as “The Belle of Amherst,” which earned her a Joseph Jefferson Award, a distinguished honor in Chicago theatre.
In addition to theater, she has appeared in acclaimed films such as Mercury Rising and Road to Perdition, establishing a reputation as a versatile performer with a focus on telling stories through diverse characters.
contour
- Full name: Maureen Gallagher
- Date of birth: 1965
- Age: 59 years old
- Gender: Female
- Place of birth: Jamaica
- Nationality: Jamaican-American
- Occupation: Actor, playwright, model
- Height: 5’10″5’10” (178 cm)
- Parents: Not applicable
- Siblings: Not applicable
- Spouse: Not applicable
- Children: Not applicable
- Relationship status: N/A
- Religion: Not applicable
- Ethnicity:Jamaican
- Net worth: $4 million
early life and education
Gallagher was born in Jamaica in 1965 and is 59 years old as of 2024. There is limited information about her family background, early upbringing, or education.
Her first years in Jamaica laid the foundation for her international modeling career, which eventually led to her acting career. Details about her early education and religious beliefs are not known to the public.
personal life
While Maureen Gallagher’s career is well documented through her modeling and acting, there is little information about her personal relationships or family life. Whether she is married or has children remains unclear, as these aspects of her life remain private.
Profession
Gallagher’s modeling career began with huge appeal, leading to high-profile gigs including appearances in magazines like Vogue Pelle and fashion shows for respected brands like Christian Dior and Yves Saint Laurent.
As her modeling career flourished, she turned to acting and soon became an important figure in Chicago’s theater scene. Her notable theater roles include performances in productions of “The Belle of Amherst” and “Macbeth.”
She also expanded her acting repertoire into films, working with famous actors and directors in films such as Mercury Rises (1998) and Road to Perdition (2002).
Gallagher is also a respected playwright. Her play C’ Omrades Mine, about Emma Edmonds’s experience of the Civil War, received critical acclaim and was nominated for the Joseph Jefferson Non-Equity Award.
Awards
- Joseph Jefferson Award for Best Actress in a Leading Role for “The Belle of Amherst” (1991)
- Nominated for the Non-Equity Joseph Jefferson Award for “Comrade Is Mine” (2014)
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net worth
Gallagher’s net worth is estimated to be approximately $4 million. This estimate is based on her success in theater, film, and modeling, but exact figures have not been made public.
social media
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film chronology
- Mercury Rising(1998)
- Road to Perdition(2002)
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- Hannah Free(2009)
- Chicago Fire (TV series)
