Kelly Hyman
American lawyer, actress, model, TV personality
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Kelly Hyman (born July 20, 1969) is an Australian-American attorney based in Florida.[1] She has served as president of the Federal Bar Association’s Palm Beach County chapter.[citation needed] Earlier in her career, she worked as an actress and model, appearing in television and film roles during the 1980s and 1990s.
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| Born | July 20, 1969 |
| Occupations | Lawyer, Actress, Model |
| Known for | President of the Federal Bar Association of Palm Beach County, Florida |
Her television appearances included a role as Loretta on The Young and the Restless. She also appeared in the film Getting There and co-starred with Adam West in Doin' Time on Planet Earth.[citation needed]
Early life and education
Hyman was born in Miami Beach, Florida, and was raised by a single mother.[2] In 2003, she graduated with honors from the University of Florida Law School, obtaining her Juris Doctor degree.[3]
Career
Hyman began her career as a child actor in the 1980s.[4] She received a nomination for a Youth in Film Award, alongside other nominees including Shalane McCall.[5] During her acting career, she appeared in television series including The Young and the Restless and Three's Company.[6] She performed in off-Broadway productions in New York City. In film, she starred as Donna in Doin' Time on Planet Earth with Adam West. As a voice actress, she lent her voice to various commercials, including the Kit Kat "Give me a break" advertisement.[7]
After her acting career, Hyman pursued a career in law.[8][9] She later served as president of the Federal Bar Association’s Palm Beach Chapter and was a board member of Dress for Success Palm Beach.[citation needed]
Hyman has participated in political activities, including volunteering during presidential campaigns and serving as a poll watcher.[2] She has appeared in media as a legal analyst.[10] In 2019, she founded The Hyman Law Firm, P.A.
In 2023, she launched Once Upon a Crime in Hollywood, a true crime podcast covering a range of crime cases.[11]
Awards and nominations
| Year | Award | Category | Nominated work | Result | Ref. |
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| 1987 | 8th Youth in Film Awards | Exceptional Performance by a Young Actress in a Daytime Series | The Young and the Restless | Nominated |