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"A Kiss With Moira"
"It is one of the
singular pleasures in life--like the sip of a cold beer in a
softball game, like slipping under a
comforter after a long day, or a spoonful of a perfect tiramisu." -- D.B.
Sweeney |
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Describing Moira Kelly... |
The vibrant Moira Kelly was born on March 6, 1968 in Queens, New York. She
is the third of six children. Her parents are Irish immigrants. Her father,
Peter, was trained as a concert violinist while her mother, Anne, is a
nurse. Moira was raised in Ronkonkoma, New York, USA.
Influenced by a father who is a professional violinist, Moira has become
an accomplished violinist, drummer, and flutist. She grew up mostly with
classical, big band, and a lot of Irish music and did not encounter rock and
roll music until she was 16 years old. Now, she listens to all kinds of
music except rap, which all sounds the same to her. But what she always
likes to sing blues and cabaret style. In high school, she competed in opera. She
finished high school at the Connetquot Senior High School in 1986.
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In College... |
Moira attended Marymount Manhattan College in New York City with many kids
whose parents paid their way. Recognizing that her parents cannot afford to
send all 6 children to school, she had different jobs--as a waitress, a
nanny, among others, in order to push her way all through college. Moira,
however, had big breaks that she "never had to pound the pavement and
really struggle after college." (Moira Kelly, People Magazine, December
1992).
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In Performing Arts... |
In 1984, Moira was cast in a small role in Connetquot Senior High School's
production of Annie. Due to illness, the young woman playing Miss Hannigan
was replaced, causing a series of cast changes. From originally a small
role, Director Eric Martinsen chose to recast Moira as Grace Farrell.
Kelly who belongs to an Irish Catholic family has an interesting heart's
desire. Up until in the eighth grade, Kelly wanted to be a servant of the
Lord by being a nun. When she started working on her first picture, she went
to a priest and confessed, "I'm still torn between becoming a nun and
working in the film business." (Catholic Workers, 1996)
"Do you think that maybe this (referring to film industry) is the
medium that God wants to use you in to get the message across?" was
the remark of Kelly's priest confessor which finally made let go of the call
to be a nun and set her foot to work on her first picture. Her first major part was a role in
Richard Attenborough's Chaplin in 1992. This was followed by "With
Honors" and "Cutting Edge", and, most recently, Kelly was the
voice of Nala in Disney's "The Lion King". It was Kelly's
Catholicism and her aspiration to play Joan of Arc which convinced producer,
Fr. Kieser, to offer her the role of Dorothy Day in Entertaining Angels.
Kelly has also narrated/read/performed several audio books. To date,
Moira has been cast in numerous roles. She takes pride in being very
flexible, and her track record proves that. She's had a wide variety of
roles, and it's a testament to her ability and desire to succeed. Moira
wants to be remembered as one who could do it all.
In terms of popularity, her greatest success has been "The Cutting
Edge", which was her first lead role. Moira responded with enthusiasm
and passion rarely seen on the screen today. She could have become a
household name in the United States, but soon after shooting Chaplin, she
left Hollywood, and went back to live in New York. (KD Lucas, 1998)
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Marriage
& Family |
I have confirmed that Moira was married
in St. Joseph's Church on Saturday, August 5th 2000 at 10:30 am. in Ronkonkoma,
New York.
Congratulations Moira Kelly
and Stephen Hewitt
These
sources have told me that Moira is very happy and very much in love. I
hope the best for her and a long and happy marriage! To
the best of my knowledge, Moira has two children and loves them a lot!
If anyone has any additional information
on the wedding, please email to: webmaster@moirakelly.net
To see pictures from the wedding, Click
Here!
Moira Pregnant? More information
coming soon and will be posted on Rumors & News Section
Click Here
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Knowing more about Moira Kelly...
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Moira, an Irish red-head, is
5'4" in height and wears glasses. She is represented by Gersh.
She split her time between New York and California. It is
believed she lives in Wilmington, NC now
for the filming of "One Tree Hill".
HOBBY: People watching. "It's fun to make up stories about who
people are and where they're going."
FAVORITE TEAMS: The New York
Mets and Islanders, Detroit Lions, and Pittsburgh Steelers. "I
love going to games."
MOST ADMIRED QUALITIES:
"Loyalty--it's greatly underrated--and passion."
PERFECT DATE ACTIVITY:
"Hiking, because any man who can appreciate being close to nature is
okay in my eyes."
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"The Best Baby Name Book" in
the whole wide world |
According to the book:
"Moira" (Irish Gaelic) "great." An Irish form of
Mary. See also Maura: Maureen; Moyra
"Kelly" (Irish Gaelic) "warrior woman." Kelley,
Kellen, Kelli, Kellia, Kellie, Kellina
Therefore, Moira Kelly means "Great Warrior Woman". And
it fits!
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Irish Names
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| Moira |
MOY ra |
fullness;complete |
Máire |
Anglicization of the Irish form of Mary |
| Kelly |
KEL lee |
Bright-headed |
Ceallach |
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information from http://members.tripod.com/~roisindubh/irisham.html
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Fan Contact Addresses
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Moira Kelly
c/o Fincannon & Associates
1235 N 23rd Street
Wilmington, NC 28405 |
Moira Kelly
c/o Gersh Agency
130 W. 42nd Street, #2400
New York, NY 10036 |
Moira Kelly
c/o Gersh Agency
P.O. Box 5167
Beverly Hills, CA 90210 |
I
would use the Wilmington Address first for Contact!
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