Kimberly Williams-Paisley

Kimberly Payne Williams-Paisley (née Williams) is an American-born actress renowned for her roles on 'According to Jim' and 'Nashville.' She was born on September 14, 1971, and started her acting career at a young age. She also made an impression with her performance in 'Father of the Bride' (1991) and its sequel, 'Father of the Bride Part II' (1995), for which she received several award nominations. Williams-Paisley also guest-starred on several TV shows including 'Tales from the Crypt,' 'George Lopez,' and 'Less Than Perfect,' showcasing her diverse acting abilities. She has made her mark in made-for-TV movies like 'Safe House,' 'The Christmas Shoes,' and 'Lucky 7.' The actress is also known for her work as Laura Parker in 'Shade,' a short film that she both wrote and directed.

Williams-Paisley's journey into showbiz began when she was 13 years old, directing the Rye High School Musical Revue. Her breakthrough role came in 1991 as Annie Banks in 'Father of the Bride.' In addition to acting, Williams-Paisley has contributed to the arts by replacing Arija Bareikis as Sunny in 'The Last Night of Ballyhoo' and starring alongside Matthew McConaughey in the 2006 drama, 'We Are Marshall.' Moreover, she has utilized her writing talents by authoring 'Where the Light Gets In,' a book about her mother's battle with primary progressive aphasia, a form of dementia, from diagnosis until her death.