LYDIA KELLY

​Lydia is an actress and filmmaker who's work is inspired by stories of fearlessness. She is particularly passionate about female-led narratives and representing unconventional family structures inspired by her upbringing.
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In 2024, Lydia made her feature film debut in "Turning" directed by Marco Baratta, which played at: Woodstock and Santa Fe Film Festivals. Recently, she appeared in Ryan Murphy's "Love Story: John F. Kennedy Jr. & Carolyn Bessette" (Hulu/FX) and Maggie Gyllenhaal's "The Bride!" (Warner Bros.) Select Short Film include: "The One that Got Away" and "Pleasure of Being Someone Else."
Lydia has also been a part of various new theatre productions including: BITCHES (East Village Basement), Off the Books (Irish Arts Center reading), and Offal Endings (Theatre Row.)
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In addition to her on-camera work, Lydia has interned for Eléonore Hendricks on "The Accompanist," She has also worked as a production assistant on various New York productions, including "Disclosure Day" directed by Stephen Spielberg. In March 2026, Lydia will serve as script supervisor for Joey Chery-Valentin's upcoming TV pilot.
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She received her BFA in acting from Ithaca College, minoring in dance and education. In her free-time, Lydia is a passionate writer and sailor in the summer.