Kelley Mack
Kelley Mack | |
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| Born | Kelley Lynne Klebenow July 10, 1992 Cincinnati, Ohio, U.S. |
| Died | August 2, 2025 (aged 33) Cincinnati, Ohio, U.S. |
| Education | Hinsdale Central High School |
| Alma mater | Chapman University |
| Occupation | Actress |
| Years active | 2008–2025 |
| Agent | Julie Smith[1] |
| Notable work | The Walking Dead |
| Relatives | Parker Mack (brother) |
Kelley Lynne Klebenow (July 10, 1992 – August 2, 2025), known professionally as Kelley Mack, was an American actress.[1] She played Addy in season 9 of the series The Walking Dead (2018–2019). She also had roles in the films Profile (2018) and Broadcast Signal Intrusion (2021).
Early life and education
Kelley Lynne Klebenow was born in Cincinnati on July 10, 1992, and had two younger siblings, including actor Parker Mack. Her parents were Kristen and Lindsay Klebenow.[2][3][4] Her family moved frequently throughout her childhood.[5] She began acting as a child, appearing in television commercials such as Dr. Pepper, Ross Stores, Dairy Queen, and Chick-fil-A.[2][6] After graduating from Hinsdale Central High School in Illinois, she attended the Dodge College of Film and Media Arts at Chapman University, where she studied cinematography.[2][5]
Career
Mack worked in television, appearing on The Walking Dead, 9-1-1, and Chicago Med.[5] She also appeared in films, including Broadcast Signal Intrusion.[3][5] At the time of her death, Universal, a film in which she starred and executive produced, was yet to be released.[5] Mack's last television commercial was for Rakuten with her mother.[6]
Personal life
Mack was in a relationship with Logan Lanier.[3]
Illness and death
In January 2025, Mack announced she had been diagnosed with astrocytoma, a brain tumor that is a form of glioma.[2][7] By April 2025, she had completed proton radiation treatment.[1] Mack died in Cincinnati on August 2, 2025, at the age of 33.[6][8][9] A memorial service was held on August 16 at the Glendale Lyceum in Glendale, Ohio. The family is also planning a celebration of her life for a future date in Los Angeles for her friends and colleagues in the area.[3][4]
Filmography
Film
| Year | Title | Role | Notes | Ref(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | The Elephant Garden | Chloe | Short film written and directed by Sasie Sealy | [3] |
| 2015 | Positive | Catherine | Short film also written, produced, directed, edited by Mack | [3] |
| Safe and Sound | Sydney | Short film directed by Isaiah Shinn | ||
| 2016 | The Perfect One | Lucy Canon | Short film directed by Hisonni Mustafa | |
| Not Your Average Joe | Sabrina Jones | Short film written and directed by Dennis Larkin | ||
| The Lost | Stacey | Short film directed by Victor Valerio | ||
| A Knock at the Door | Sara | Short film written and directed by Katrina Rennells & Wendie Weldon (also produced and edited by Mack) | [10] | |
| Wheels on the Bus | Maggie | Adventure film directed by A.J. Bishop | ||
| 2017 | Exposure | Pilar | Short film written and directed by Larin Sullivan | |
| Slices of Life VR | Christina | Short film directed by Céline Tricart | ||
| 2018 | Profile | Converted female | Thriller film directed by Timur Bekmambetov based on In the Skin of a Jihadist by Anna Érelle | [11] |
| Annie & Peter | Annie | Short film written and directed by Alex Alcheh | ||
| Long Distance Trip | Becca | Comedy film written and directed by Shelley Dennis | ||
| Simón | Melissa Moore | Short film written and directed by Diego Vicentini | [12] | |
| 2019 | Violet | Katie | Short film directed by Rafael Hernán Gamboa | |
| Vincent | Lia | Short film directed by Xueou Yu | ||
| 2021 | Lulu | Dom | Short film directed by Chester Howie | |
| Broadcast Signal Intrusion | Alice | Horror suspense film directed by Jacob Gentry | [3][5][6] | |
| Shot in the Dark | Sheryl Johns | Drama film directed by Keene McRae | ||
| 2024 | My Own Silence | Kenzie | Short film written and directed by Matthew James Eberle | |
| Mr. Manhattan | Tina | Romantic film directed by Brian Herzlinger | [3][4] | |
| Delicate Arch | Wilda | Horror film written and directed by Matthew Warren | [4][6] | |
| 2025 | Universal | Ricky | Science fiction film directed by Stephen Portland | [3][4] |
Television
| Year | Title | Role | Notes | Ref(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | Unusual Suspects | Paige Andreas | Episode: "Last Dance" | |
| Grayson: Earth One | Smirk | Miniseries: Episode: "The Boy and the Bullet" | ||
| 2017 | Nasty Habits | Mia | Episode: "Rookie" | |
| 2018 | EverReady | Candice | Miniseries: Episode: "Chapter Two: Double Booked" | |
| Unscrewed | Talia | Television pilot | ||
| Coventry | Morgan | TV mini-series (4 episodes) | ||
| 2018–2019 | The Walking Dead | Addy | Recurring role, 5 episodes | [1][3][4][5][6] |
| 2019 | The AM Archives | Alice Michaels | Podcast series | |
| 9-1-1 | Random woman | Episode: "Sink or Swim" | [3][4][5][6] | |
| 2020 | Schooled | Danielle | Episode: "Lainey's Mom" | [3] |
| The College Tapes | Alice Michaels | Podcast series | ||
| 2022 | Chicago Med | Penelope Jacobs | Episode: "Mama Said There Would Be Days Like This" | [1][4][5][6] |
See also
References
- ^ a b c d e Robinson, KiMi. "Kelley Mack, 'The Walking Dead' and 'Chicago Med' actress, dies at 33". USA Today. Gannett. ISSN 0734-7456. OCLC 8799626. Retrieved August 6, 2025.
- ^ a b c d Moses, Claire (August 6, 2025). "Kelley Mack, 'Walking Dead' Actress, Dies at 33". The New York Times. The New York Times Company. ISSN 1553-8095. OCLC 1645522. Retrieved August 6, 2025.
- ^ a b c d e f g h i j k l Pedersen, Erik (August 5, 2025). "Kelley Mack Dies: 'Walking Dead' Actor With Dozens Of Credits Was 33". Deadline Hollywood. Penske Media Corporation. Retrieved August 6, 2025.
- ^ a b c d e f g h Lenthang, Marlene (August 6, 2025). "'Walking Dead' actor Kelley Mack dies at 33". NBC News. NBCUniversal News Group. Archived from the original on August 6, 2025. Retrieved August 6, 2025.
- ^ a b c d e f g h i Barnes, Mike (August 5, 2025). "Kelley Mack, Actress on 'The Walking Dead,' Dies at 33". The Hollywood Reporter. Eldridge Industries. ISSN 0018-3660. OCLC 44653726. Retrieved August 6, 2025.
- ^ a b c d e f g h Saunders, Angel (August 5, 2025). "'The Walking Dead' Actress Kelley Mack Dies at 33". People. People Inc. ISSN 0093-7673. OCLC 794712888. Retrieved August 5, 2025.
- ^ Rudoy, Matthew (August 6, 2025). "The Walking Dead Star Kelley Mack Passes Away At The Age Of 33". Screen Rant. Valnet. Retrieved August 6, 2025.
- ^ Mendoza, Leia (August 5, 2025). "Kelley Mack, '9-1-1' and 'The Walking Dead' Actress, Dies At 33". Variety. Penske Media Corporation. ISSN 0042-2738. OCLC 60626328. Retrieved August 6, 2025.
- ^ Memetz, Dave (August 5, 2025). "The Walking Dead's Kelley Mack dead at 33". TVLine. TVLine Media, LLC. Retrieved August 6, 2025.
- ^ Gelmini, David (February 7, 2017). "Exclusive: Kelley Mack and Wendie Weldon Talk A Knock at the Door". Dread Central. Dread Central Media, LLC. Archived from the original on May 30, 2024. Retrieved August 6, 2025.
- ^ Meza, Ed (February 15, 2018). "Shazad Latif on the Voyage From 'Star Trek' to the World of Online Jihadism". Variety. Penske Business Media. ISSN 0042-2738. OCLC 60626328. Archived from the original on January 4, 2025. Retrieved August 6, 2025.
- ^ "Director del cortometraje Simón rompió en llanto al hablar de Venezuela durante el estreno". NTN24 (in Spanish). RCN Televisión. November 5, 2018. Archived from the original on October 29, 2019. Retrieved August 6, 2025.
External links
- Kelley Mack at IMDb