Kelly Murtagh

Kelly Murtagh is a mom, Louisiana-native, and an award-winning actress, writer, producer, singer & children's book author who works in film, television, and theatre. She has received multiple awards including the Best Actress Award at Festival South, and the Best Actress Award at the 48 Independent Short Film Festival. Kelly wrote a feature-length film "Shapeless", set in New Orleans telling of her personal struggle with an eating disorder which was awarded one of only six spots in the prestigious The Gotham Institute (formerly IFP) narrative lab in 2020. Kelly also executive-produced and was lead actress of the film. She also co-owns production company, Water Meter Productions, with Bobby Gilchrist. Kelly is the founder of SoulStar Space, an online spiritual safe space for mystic mindfulness and healing. Kelly also authored the children's book "Zoo Krewe" - which was illustrated by Samantha Aldana, who also directed "Shapeless." Kelly lives in Southern California but also considers New Orleans home. She is the middle sister of two brothers. Kelly graduated Magna Cum Laude from Elon University in North Carolina in Broadcast Journalism and Business Administration where she also co-hosted a show for ESPN 2. Instagram: @kellymurtagh @shapelessthefilm @soulstarspace