Megan Boone

Megan Boone is a highly regarded American actress, best known for her portrayal of Elizabeth Keen in the globally popular NBC drama series The Blacklist, which is also available on Netflix. With a strong following of over 510,000 Instagram followers, Boone continues to captivate audiences with her talent and charm.

Early Life

Born on April 29, 1983, in Petoskey, Michigan, Megan grew up in The Villages, Florida, to be close to her grandparents. Her parents are Marcus Whitney Boone and Jennifer Parr, and she has two siblings, Tom and Paige Boone. Megan discovered her passion for acting at just seven years old after attending a Broadway play starring Nathan Lane.

Megan graduated from Belleview High School in 2001, where she studied acting. She went on to earn a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from Florida State University’s School of Theatre in 2005. Later in 2017, she furthered her education at Bard College, pursuing an MBA in Sustainability Science.

Acting Career

Megan’s acting career began in 2001 with a role in the short film Elijah, where she played Abigail. Her feature film debut came in 2007 with The Moustachioed Bandit Meets His End, portraying Kate. She gained further recognition through roles in TV series such as The Cleaner (2008) and Cold Case (2008).

In 2009, she appeared in the horror film My Bloody Valentine as Megan. Megan’s career saw continued success in 2010 with roles in The Myth of the American Sleepover, Sex and the City 2, and guest appearances in shows like Law & Order: LA.

Her performance in films such as Step Up Revolution (2012), About Cherry (2012), and Leave Me Like You Found Me (2012) showcased her versatility as an actress. In 2013, she appeared in Welcome to the Jungle, Family Games, and had a guest role in Blue Bloods. However, it was her casting as Elizabeth Keen in The Blacklist that catapulted her to international fame.

In addition to The Blacklist, Megan played the lead role in the spinoff series The Blacklist: Redemption (2017) and lent her voice to the animated comedy series Robot Chicken. Despite setbacks caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, Megan resumed work on The Blacklist and shared travel moments on Instagram alongside her husband.

Personal Life

In November 2015, Megan’s manager confirmed her pregnancy with her partner, Dan Estabrook, a photographer, sculptor, painter, and production designer. During a 2016 appearance on Live! with Kelly and Michael, she announced their engagement and revealed they were expecting a baby girl. Later that year, they welcomed their daughter, Caroline Estabrook.

Awards and Achievements

• Megan won the Best Actor award at the Gen Art Film Festival in 2012 for her role in Leave Me Like You Found Me.
• She was the first actor cast for The Blacklist.
• During season three of The Blacklist, Megan took a maternity leave following her daughter’s birth.

Net Worth

Megan Boone’s dedication to her craft and numerous roles in both films and television have contributed to her impressive career. Her primary income comes from acting, supplemented by sponsorships and event appearances. Her net worth is estimated to be around $3 million.

Trivia

• Megan’s grandfather, Harold Gary Morse, was a billionaire and the developer of The Villages, a prominent retirement community in Florida.
• She studied acting under Jane Alexander and Edwin Sherin at the Asolo Repertory Theatre.
• Megan appeared in a commercial for Xfinity’s Xbox One.

Megan Boone continues to inspire with her passion for acting and dedication to both her career and family life. Her journey exemplifies hard work, resilience, and the pursuit of excellence.