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Kate Pierson
Actor, Additional CreditsBorn April 27, 1948 (76 years)
Catherine Elizabeth Pierson is an American singer, lyricist, and one of the singers and founding members of the B-52's. A multi-instrumentalist, she plays guitar, bass and various keyboard instruments. In the B-52s, she has performed alongside Cindy Wilson, Fred Schneider, Ricky Wilson, and Keith Strickland. In the early years, as well as a vocalist, Pierson was also the main keyboard player and was notable for performing on a keyboard bass during many live shows and many of the band's recordings, taking on a role usually filled by a bass guitar player which differentiated the band from their contemporaries. This along with Pierson's distinctive wide ranging singing voice remain trademarks of the B-52's unique sound. Pierson has also collaborated with many other artists including The Ramones, Iggy Pop and R.E.M.
Filmography
| 2023 | Glitter & Doom · as Lonely Landlord |
| 2019 | Corporate Animals · as Psychedelic Dream Creature |
| 2007 | Flight of the Conchords (TV Series) · as Club Owner |
| 2004 | Higglytown Heroes (TV Series) · as Beekeeper Hero |
| 1998 | The Rugrats Movie · as Newborn Baby (singing Voice) |
| 1994 | The Flintstones · as Bc-52's |
| 1992 | The Adventures of Pete & Pete (TV Series) · as Mrs. Van Devere |
| 1990 | A Matter of Degrees · as Bambi |
| 1989 | The Simpsons (TV Series) · as The B-52's |