Kelli O’Hara, renowned for her illustrious career on Broadway, is set to join the cast of the new CBS drama, Sheriff Country. The actress will take on the role of Miranda, the ex-sister-in-law of Sheriff Mickey Fox, portrayed by Morena Baccarin. Miranda is characterized as sharp-tongued and formidable, often clashing with Mickey, despite both dealing with the challenges of parenting children grappling with addiction. As the wealthiest woman in Edgewater and a successful businesswoman, she is depicted as someone not easily overlooked.
In terms of family dynamics, Miranda is the sister of Travis, Mickey’s ex-husband. The two women share a niece, Skye, who is the daughter of Mickey and Travis. The exact number of episodes featuring O’Hara remains a mystery, and details about her debut are yet to be announced. Given that Miranda resides in Edgewater, her appearance is highly anticipated, especially as the series has only recently premiered.
Sheriff Country also features talent such as Matt Lauria, W. Earl Brown, and Michele Weaver. The executive production team includes Matt Lopez, along with Tony Phelan and Joan Rater, in conjunction with Jerry Bruckheimer and KristieAnne Reed from JBTV.
Kelli O’Hara’s acting prowess has earned her eight Tony Award nominations, culminating in a win for Best Actress in a Musical for her role as Anna Leonowens in the 2015 revival of The King and I. Currently, she is seen portraying Aurora Fane in HBO’s The Gilded Age, which was recently renewed for a fourth season, promising continued opportunities for O’Hara’s fans to witness her outstanding performances.
In addition to her stage accolades, O’Hara’s television credits include notable series such as 13 Reasons Why, Blue Bloods, and Sex and the City 2. Her varied stage work spans acclaimed productions like The Light in the Piazza and South Pacific, adding to her rich portfolio.
Viewers can catch new episodes of Sheriff Country on Fridays at 8 p.m. ET on CBS, followed by Fire Country. Fans are encouraged to keep an eye out for more information regarding O’Hara’s debut on the show. Additionally, they can enjoy her performances in the existing seasons of The Gilded Age on HBO Max, with new updates on its fourth season expected soon, enhancing the excitement surrounding her ongoing projects.