What Is Kimberly J. Brown's Net Worth?
Kimberly J. Brown is an accomplished American actress with a net worth of $2 million. Most renowned for her portrayal of Marnie Piper in the Disney Channel Original Movies "Halloweentown" series, Kimberly started her acting career as a child prodigy. By the age of 9, she had already graced three Broadway productions: "Les Miserables," "Showtime," and "Four Baboons Adoring the Sun."
She has showcased her versatility with recurring roles in notable TV series, including Marah Lewis in "Guiding Light" (1993–1998; 2006), Shana Taylor in "Low Winter Sun" (2013), and Chloe Jennings in "General Hospital" (2021). Kimberly has also been featured in several movies such as "Tumbleweeds" (1999), "Bringing Down the House" (2003), and "Be Cool" (2005). Her venture into other creative fields includes running an Etsy shop named CraftilyCreative, where she sells "Halloweentown"-themed merchandise. In 2016, Kimberly co-authored a children’s book, "Poppin's Pumpkin Patch Parade," with Diane Yslas.
Early Life and Education
Born Kimberly Jean Brown on November 16, 1984, in Gaithersburg, Maryland, she was destined for stardom. Kimberly has three brothers: Roman, Richard, and Dylan. Her acting journey began at the tender age of 5 when she appeared in commercials after signing with Ford Models. She later graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Business.
Career
Kimberly made her television debut in a 1990 episode of "The Baby-Sitters Club." From 1993 to 1998, she portrayed Marah Lewis on the CBS soap opera "Guiding Light," earning a Daytime Emmy nomination in 1996. She returned to the show briefly in 2006. Her early film credits include an uncredited role in 1994's "Princess Caraboo" and voicing Miyu Yamano in the English dub of "Vampire Princess Miyu" in 1997.
The year 1998 marked a significant milestone when she starred as Marnie Piper in "Halloweentown" alongside Debbie Reynolds. Kimberly reprised her role in sequels "Halloweentown II: Kalabar's Revenge" (2001) and "Halloweentown High" (2004). However, Sara Paxton took over her role in "Return to Halloweentown" (2006), a decision that disappointed both Kimberly and her fans.
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Kimberly's voice talents were also featured in Disney-Pixar's "A Bug's Life" (1998). She continued to impress with her Independent Spirit Award-winning performance in "Tumbleweeds" (1999). Additionally, Kimberly starred in "Quints" (2000) and "My Sister's Keeper" (2002). In 2003, she appeared in the box-office hit "Bringing Down the House." Her film portfolio expanded with roles in "Be Cool" (2005), "Big Bad Wolf" (2006), and "Friendship!" (2010).
Her TV career remained robust with guest-starring roles in "Law & Order: Special Victims Unit" (2003), and recurring roles in "Low Winter Sun" (2013) and "General Hospital" (2021).
Personal Life
Kimberly reconnected with her "Halloweentown II" co-star Daniel Kountz, and the pair began a romantic relationship, leading to their engagement announcement in June 2022. The couple adopted a mini goldendoodle named Luna in May 2022.
Awards and Nominations
Throughout her career, Kimberly has earned multiple prestigious awards and nominations. These include a Daytime Emmy nomination for "Guiding Light" (1996), and an Independent Spirit Award for "Tumbleweeds" (2000). She received a Golden Apple Award for Youth Female Discovery of the Year in 1999 and garnered numerous Young Artist Awards nominations, winning for "The Guiding Light" (1998) and "Tumbleweeds" (2000).
