Kari Michaelsen is an American actor best known for playing Katie Kanisky in Gimme a Break!.
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10 Quick Facts About Kari Michaelsen
- Full Name: Kari Michaelsen
- Nationality: American
- Profession: Entertainer
- Known For: The television show Gimme a Break!
- Current Role: Motivational speaker
- Date of Birth: November 3, 1961
- Age: 64 years old
- Place of Birth: Manhattan, New York
- Marital Status: Divorced
- Children: Nickolas Clement

Kari Michaelsen Age
Kari Michaelsen is about 65 years old as of 2026. Kari Michaelsen was born in 1961.
Kari Michaelsen Height
Kari Michaelsen stands at a height of 5 feet 3 inches. This is approximately 160 cm.
Education
She attended UCLA, where she earned a Bachelor's degree.
- UCLA
- Qualification: Bachelor's degree
- Period: 1983
Career & Work
Kari Michaelsen's career includes acting and entertainment roles with NBC.
Rise to Fame
Kari Michaelsen rose to prominence for her role on the television show Gimme a Break!.
Notable Works
- TV Show: Gimme a Break! (Katie Kanisky, 1981-1987)
Kari Michaelsen Net Worth
Kari Michaelsen's net worth is estimated to be between $500,000. This includes assets, earnings, and accumulated income, with the primary source of income being their career as an entertainer.
Kari Michaelsen Family & Relationships
Kari Michaelsen is divorced. She has 1 child, Nickolas Clement.
- Father: Arne Markussen
- Mother: Roberta Stevenson
- Children:
- Nickolas Clement
Personal Information
- Full Name: Kari Michaelsen
- Popular As: Kari Markussen
- Gender: Female
- Occupation: Entertainer
- Nationality: American
- Living Status: Alive
- Ethnicity: White
Birth & Background
- Date of Birth: November 3, 1961
- Age: 64
- Birthday: November 3
- Zodiac Sign: Scorpio
- Place of Birth: Manhattan, New York
Measurements
- Height: 5 ft 3 in
- Eye Color: Blue
- Hair Color: Blonde
Family & Relationships
- Father: Arne Markussen
- Mother: Roberta Stevenson
- Marital Status: Divorced
- Children: Nickolas Clement
Net Worth & Income
- Salary: $44,000–$569,000 (Estimated range)
- Net Worth: $500,000
- Source of Income: Acting contracts and related professional work









