Catlin Adams facts for kids

Catlin Adams, born Nira Barab on October 11, 1950, is an American actress, acting coach, and film director. She is known for her roles in movies like The Jerk and The Jazz Singer. Besides acting, she has also directed and written films.

Early Life and Training

Catlin Adams was born in Los Angeles, California. When she was just 14 years old, she became the youngest person to join the famous Actors Studio. There, she learned from her teacher and mentor, Lee Strasberg. She also had the chance to learn from other well-known acting coaches like Stella Adler and Ellen Burstyn.

Career Highlights

Catlin Adams is a graduate of the American Film Institute, which is a school for filmmakers. She directed a TV film called "Wanted: A Perfect Guy". This film starred a young Ben Affleck and won two Emmy Awards and a Directors Guild Award.

Later, Adams directed a movie called Sticky Fingers in 1988. She also helped write and produce this film with Melanie Mayron.

One of her first acting jobs was in the TV series The Rat Patrol in 1968. Catlin Adams also helped start an improv comedy group called The Groundlings. This group is famous for its funny shows where actors make things up on the spot.

Acting Roles in Films and TV

Catlin Adams has appeared in many movies and television shows. Here are some of her notable acting roles:

• The Rat Patrol (1968) – She played a girl in one episode.
• Adam-12 (1968–1970) – She appeared in two episodes.
• Up in the Cellar (1970) – She played Tracey Chamber.
• The Fortune (1975) – She had a role as a girl lover.
• Kojak (1975–1977) – She played different characters in four episodes.
• The Jerk (1979) – She played Patty Bernstein in this comedy film.
• The Jazz Singer (1980) – She played Rivka Rabinovitch.
• Square Pegs (1982–1983) – She played Ms. Loomis in five episodes.
• Freaky Friday (1995) – She played Dana 'Dinky' Barb in this TV movie.
• Toothless (1997) – She played Carrie's Mum.
• Underworld: Awakening (2012) – She played Olivia.
• Burt (2025) – She is set to appear as Sylvia in this upcoming film.

Directing Work

Catlin Adams has also directed several projects:

• ABC Afterschool Specials (1986) – She directed an episode called "Wanted: The Perfect Guy."
• Sticky Fingers (1988) – This was a feature film she directed.
• Stolen: One Husband (1990) – She directed this film.
• Beverly Hills, 90210 (1990) – She directed an episode of this popular TV series.

External Links

• Catlin Adams at Rotten Tomatoes

See also

In Spanish: Catlin Adams para niños