Abby Elliott is not only one of the main stars of “The Bear“, but she has been captivating audiences with her portrayal of Natalie ‘Sugar’ Berzatto for three consecutive seasons of the TV show.
The new episodes of the FX drama, also available to watch on Hulu, had their grand premiere on June 26, so we will finally find out what happened with her character and her baby on the way.
The actress has been part of 19 episodes so far, and there are more to come, as the series has been renewed for a fourth season. While you wait for the new installment, check out everything you need to know about the star…
Abby Elliott’s age and family
Abigail Elliott was born on June 16, 1987, in New York. Therefore, she is currently 36 years old and holds American nationality. Her family is quite important within the industry, so she has grown up surrounded by cameras.
Abby Elliott attends the 30th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards in 2024. (Source: Frazer Harrison/Getty Images)
Her father is Chris Elliott, an actor, comedian and writer, who is known for his roles in comedy shows like Late Night with David Letterman and for his work in movies such as Groundhog Day and There’s Something About Mary.
Her grandfather was Bob Elliott, who along with Ray Goulding formed the famous comedy duo Bob and Ray. Undoubtedly, he was a prominent figure in American radio and television comedy for decades.
She also has an older sister named Bridey Elliott, who is also an actress, writer and director. Bridey has worked on several independent projects and has followed in her family’s footsteps in the entertainment industry.
Abby Elliott’s love life
Abby Elliott has been in a relationship for quite some time with Bill Kennedy (House of Cards), a producer and writer. They have been married for 8 years, and their romantic love story began on the set of the 2014 comedy, “Sex Ed“.
According to The Knot and Entertainment Tonight, after finishing filming, the stars went out to eat with the cast, and there was a special connection that they didn’t recognize as romantic until some time later.
Bill Kennedy and Abby Elliott. (Source: @lilcutieforever)
They went their separate ways after the project premiered, but they reconnected later that year when the writer reached out to her to “go over a scene from the movie”, which turned into a date.
They eventually became a couple and got married in 2016 in an intimate ceremony with their closest friends and family. Kennedy’s engagement ring belonged to his grandmother.
They now have two children together. In October 2020, they welcomed their first child, Edith Pepper. Then, in January 2023, she revealed she was pregnant again, and in June they welcomed William ‘Billy’ Joseph Lunney Kennedy IV.
Abby Elliott’s filmography
Abby Elliott’s debut marked the beginning of a successful career in the world of comedy and entertainment, backed by her family’s rich comedic heritage. Before “The Bear“, the actress appeared in major TV series and films.
She gained worldwide recognition as a cast member of “Saturday Night Live“, where she was from 2008 to 2012. She joined the show at a young age and stood out for her impressions of celebrities like Angelina Jolie and Zooey Deschanel.
In addition to SNL, she appeared in various television shows, including guest roles in “How I Met Your Mother” and “Inside Amy Schumer”. She then ventured into film with projects like “No Strings Attached” in 2011 and “Highston” in 2015.
