| Who is it? | Actress, Soundtrack |
| Birth Day | July 23, 1970 |
| Birth Place | Lancaster, Pennsylvania, United States |
| Age | 53 YEARS OLD |
| Birth Sign | Leo |
| Alma mater | Skidmore College |
| Occupation | Actress |
| Years active | 1993–2001, 2009–present |
| Spouse(s) | Gil Bellows (m. 1994) |
| Children | Ava Emanuelle Giovanni |
| Relatives | Carla Kihlstedt (sister) |
Rya Kihlstedt, a renowned actress and soundtrack artist in the United States, has amassed an impressive net worth of approximately $900,000 as of 2024. With her exceptional talents and captivating presence on screen, Kihlstedt has established herself as a prominent figure in the entertainment industry. Throughout her career, she has showcased her versatility by delivering remarkable performances in various films and TV shows, earning both critical acclaim and financial success. Her dedication and passion for her craft have undoubtedly played a significant role in her financial achievements, making her a highly respected and admired personality in the American entertainment world.
Kihlstedt was born in Lancaster, Pennsylvania and is a 1991 graduate of Skidmore College in Theatre Arts. She is of Swedish descent. In 1994, Kihlstedt married actor Gil Bellows They have two children, Ava Emanuelle (born 1999), and Giovanni (born 2001). She is the sister of Oakland-based Violinist, Carla Kihlstedt.
In 1995, Kihlstedt played Lizzie Elmsworth in the BBC adaptation of Edith Wharton's last novel, The Buccaneers. However, she is best known for her role as Alice Ribbons, one of the Criminals in the comedy Home Alone 3 (1997). In 1998, she starred with Peter Gallagher in the TV movie Brave New World loosely based on Aldous Huxley's 1932 novel of the same name.
She had recurring roles in the Showtime crime drama Dexter as Dr. Michelle Ross, and in the ABC musical drama Nashville as Marilyn Rhodes, a powerful record Producer. From 2015 to 2016, she starred as Erica Kravid in the NBC science fiction drama miniseries Heroes Reborn. In 2016, she was cast as Tig Notaro's mother Caroline in the Amazon Video original series One Mississippi.
