Kate Burton
Biography
Kate Burton is a talented actress with roots in Switzerland and Wales, now proudly representing the American stage and screen. She has captivated audiences with her memorable performances, particularly as Vice President Sally Langston in the hit ABC political drama *Scandal*. Her versatility shines through in her portrayal of Vera Quinn in the Audience Network's *Full Circle*, as well as her role as Dr. Ellis Grey on ABC's beloved medical series *Grey's Anatomy*.
Burton's academic background is impressive; she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Russian Studies and European History from Brown University in Providence, Rhode Island. Further honing her craft, she obtained a Master of Fine Arts from the prestigious Yale School of Drama in New Haven, Connecticut.
Throughout her career, Burton has showcased her talent across various platforms, including film, television, and theater. Her performances have garnered critical acclaim, solidifying her status as a respected figure in the entertainment industry. With a rich body of work and a passion for storytelling, Kate Burton continues to leave a lasting impact on audiences and peers alike.
Filmography
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1996 • Helen Blathwaite
Don't Look Back (2014)
2014 • Dr. Jeanette Barnes
Mistrial
1996 • Katherine Donohue
The Diary of Ellen Rimbauer
2003 • Connie Posey
Quid Pro Quo
2008
The Surrender
2025 • Barbara
Puncture
2011 • Senator O'Reilly
Our Son
2023 • Maggie "Miggie"
Mariachi Gringo
2012 • Anne
Oscar Wilde About America
2025
The Ice Storm
1997
Rodgers and Hammerstein's Carousel: Live from Lincoln Center
2013 • Mrs. Mullin
Sherrybaby
2006 • Marcia Swanson
Where'd You Go, Bernadette
2019
Max Payne
2008 • Nicole Horne
Ellen Foster
1998 • Abigail Montford
Barefoot (2014)
2014 • Mrs. Wheeler
Martyrs (2015)
2015 • Eleanor
Celebrity
1998
Stay
2005 • Mrs. Letham
Big Trouble in Little China
1986 • Margo
Noël Coward's Present Laughter
2017 • Liz Essendine