Molly Parker is a Canadian actress best known for her acclaimed roles in the HBO series Deadwood and the Netflix original series House of Cards. Recognized for her versatility and poise on screen, she has built a distinguished career in both film and television.
Molly Parker was born on June 30, 1972, in Maple Ridge, British Columbia, Canada. She was raised on a farm alongside her younger brother, Henry Parker. Her parents, who operated a fish retail business, supported her creative pursuits from a young age. Parker began ballet lessons at the age of three and continued training in dance until she was seventeen.
Her interest in acting emerged at age fourteen, participating actively in high school drama productions and the school’s drama club. Encouraged by her actor uncle, who introduced her to his agent, she began auditioning for roles. After finishing high school, she attended Gastown Actors' Studio in Vancouver, where she also studied voice and singing—laying a strong foundation for her future in performance arts.
Parker’s breakthrough came with her role in the 1996 Canadian feature film Kissed, for which she won a Genie Award for Best Actress. This role marked the beginning of her rise in the industry, showcasing her willingness to take on complex and unconventional characters.
In 2000, she starred in the films Waking the Dead and Suspicious River, earning praise for her nuanced performances. The following year, Parker received two Genie Award nominations for Best Supporting Actress, for her roles in Last Wedding and the British-Canadian co-production The War Bride—winning the award for the latter.
Her role in The Center of the World (2001) further solidified her reputation as an actress unafraid to take risks. She portrayed a San Francisco lap dancer who becomes a paid escort, earning a nomination for Best Female Lead at the Independent Spirit Awards.
In 2004, she began her prominent role as Alma Garret on HBO’s critically acclaimed series Deadwood. She reprised this role in Deadwood: The Movie, which premiered in 2019 and was nominated for Outstanding Television Movie at the Emmy Awards.
Parker gained further recognition for her portrayal of Jackie Sharp in House of Cards, where she played a calculating political figure in the Netflix series. Her performance added depth and intensity to an already acclaimed show, earning her a Screen Actors Guild Award nomination as part of the ensemble cast.
Molly Parker was married to writer and director Matt Bissonnette in 2002. The couple welcomed their son, William Strummer Bissonnette, in Los Angeles on October 13, 2006. Parker was pregnant during the filming of the third season of Deadwood, which was incorporated into the show’s production schedule.
After a decade of marriage, Parker and Bissonnette separated due to irreconcilable differences. They were granted joint custody of their son, and as part of their amicable separation, neither party pays spousal support.
Over the course of her career, Molly Parker has remained a fixture in both independent and mainstream cinema. She continues to be praised for her ability to bring authenticity and emotional depth to her characters. Her body of work spans multiple genres and formats, from Canadian independent films to high-profile television dramas.
As of recent estimates, Molly Parker’s net worth is approximately $2 million, accumulated through decades of consistent work in the film and television industry. Her enduring presence on screen and critical success have solidified her reputation as one of Canada’s most respected actresses.
| Birth Date: | 30 Jun, 1972 |
| Age: | 48 yrs |
| Occupations: | Actor Film actor Producer |
| Citizenship: | Canada |
| Birth Place: | Maple Ridge |
| Gender: | Female |
| Description: | Canadian actress |
| Net Worth 2021: | 2 million |
