Katharine Wilder, an American actress, has gained recognition for her performances in movies including Call the Midwife, Ready Player One, and Darwin Story.
She is primarily known as the sole child of Gene Wilder, a renowned American actor and comedian. Gene Wilder rose to fame for his iconic portrayal of Willy Wonka in the 1971 film Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory.
Katharine Wilder Bio Summary
Full name: Katharine Wilder
Gender: Female
Year of birth: 1960
Place of birth: United States of America
Current residence: United States of America
Nationality: American
Ethnicity: White
Religion: Christianity
Eye color: Hazel
Hair color: Strawberry blonde
Height: 5 ft 7 in (170 cm)
Weight: 174 lbs (79 kg)
Mother: Mary Joan Schutz
Father: Jerome Silberman (Gene Wilder)
Sexual orientation: Straight
Profession: Actress
Early Life & Family
Katharine Wilder is the daughter of Mary Joan Schutz and Jerome Silberman, known as Gene Wilder. She was born in the United States. Despite being raised by the famous comedian, Gene Wilder is not her biological father, as he legally adopted her after marrying her mother.
Katharine’s parents tied the knot on 27 October 1967, but after 13 years, they ended their marriage. Following their divorce, Katharine and her father had a distant relationship.
According to sources, her parents’ separation was due to Mary Joan Schutz’s belief that he was having an affair with his co-star from Young Frankenstein, Madeline Kahn.
Following their divorce, the actress completely severed her connection with her father. To repair their estranged bond, Gene Wilder penned a book titled Kiss Me Like a Stranger: My Quest for Love and Art dedicated to his daughter. On 29 August 2016, Gene Wilder passed away.
Katharine’s father, Gene Wilder, succumbed to Alzheimer’s disease-related complications and passed away at his residence in Stamford, Connecticut, USA. As per the New York Times, his nephew, Jordan Walker-Pearlman, verified that he lost his battle with Alzheimer’s disease.
Career
Katharine Wilder rose to prominence through her role as Audrey Fleming on the popular show Call the Midwife. However, she is just as well known for being the daughter of the legendary Gene Wilder, best known for his work as an actor, comedian, writer, and filmmaker. Gene first appeared on screen in 1961 as Happy on the TV series Play of the Week.
During his lifetime, Katharine’s father was the recipient of numerous accolades, including the Special Award, Lifetime Achievement, and Nebula awards. He gained recognition for his literary works such as The Woman in Red, The Woman Who Wouldn’t, and Even Dogs Learn How to Swim.
Katharine Wilder has appeared in several movies and TV shows:
- The Faceless Lady (2024) as Margaret Hodnett
- True Detective (2024) as Blair Hartman
- Darwin Story(2023) as Lee
- Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story (2023) as Miss Fernburst
- Dangerous Liaisons (2024) as Eloise de Chalon
- Anatomy of a Scandal (2022) as Kitty Ledger
- Two Heads Creek (2019) as Annabelle
- Frontier (2017-2018) as Chaulk
Net Worth
According to multiple sources, Katharine Wilder is believed to have a net worth of around $500,000. Prior to his passing, her father Gene Wilder had an estimated net worth of $20 million.
