Kiernan Shipka is a talented actress widely recognized beyond the borders of Chicago. She began her acting career at a young age, learning from the best in the industry. Now, she has gained popularity among directors and viewers who admire every role she portrays, as reported by chicago-trend.com.
Early Life and Childhood
Kiernan was born on November 10, 1999, in Chicago to a family of business professionals. Her father, John Shipka, was a student at Brown University, while her mother earned a master’s degree from the prestigious Catholic University of Notre Dame.
Kiernan’s film career began at the age of five when she was cast in the series Emergency Room. At six, she appeared on Jimmy Kimmel Live! This early success led her family to relocate to Los Angeles. Rather than traditional schooling, Kiernan completed a special online course for child actors. Despite her career demands, she enjoyed a full childhood with friends, parties, and various hobbies.
Career in Film
At the start of her career, Kiernan appeared in minor television roles. However, in 2007, she had the opportunity to join the cast of Mad Men. Interestingly, her parents did not allow her to watch the show for many years, so she only saw her early work when she was older.
Her breakout role as Sally Draper won over both viewers and critics. It was no surprise that Kiernan quickly went from being a guest actor to a main cast member, and her performance earned her a Screen Actors Guild Award.
The set of Mad Men became her acting school and second home, as she worked on the series for eight years. Saying goodbye to her role was challenging, and she admitted in interviews that she would love to be part of a continuation or spin-off about Sally.
With fame and recognition, Kiernan began to appear in various films. When Riverdale was in pre-production, she auditioned for the role of Betty Cooper but was not cast. However, the show’s director remembered her talent, and when Chilling Adventures of Sabrina began production, she was invited to audition. Filming was both a thrilling experience and a demanding task, as it involved 14-hour workdays, often leaving the cast sleep-deprived.
Kiernan eventually appeared in Riverdale as the young witch Sabrina. She enjoyed bringing the character to life on screen. In between filming, she also worked on other projects, notably learning American Sign Language specifically for her role in the horror film The Silence.
Hobbies and Personal Life
The public’s interest in Kiernan’s personal life started when she was still a teenager. She has often been romantically linked to co-stars, with much speculation surrounding her appearances with Timothée Chalamet, her co-star in the drama One & Two. However, Kiernan clarified in interviews that they are just friends.
In 2019, rumors surfaced of a relationship with Charlie Oldman, but it was later revealed that Kiernan was dating director Christopher Coppola.
Among her hobbies, Kiernan has a strong passion for ballet, which she began studying in early childhood. She often describes how stepping into a ballet studio feels like entering another world.
Kiernan also has musical talent, having learned to play the piano. She actively writes music and lyrics for songs.
Another passion of hers is cooking. In her free time, Kiernan enjoys preparing dishes, sharing photos of her culinary creations on social media, and discussing recipes with her followers.
