Erin Bethea

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Erin Bethea
Born (1982-08-12) August 12, 1982 (age 41)
Georgia, United States
OccupationActress
SpouseDrew Waters
Parent(s) Michael Catt (father)
Terri Catt (mother)

Erin Bethea (born August 12, 1982) is an American actress. She is known for appearing in Sherwood Pictures' films, Facing the Giants and Fireproof . [1] She wrote, produced, and starred in the film New Life , directed by her husband Drew Waters.

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Background

Bethea is the daughter of Michael Catt and Terri Catt. [2] Her father, Dr. Michael Catt, was the senior pastor at Sherwood Baptist Church, [3] which owns Sherwood Pictures. [4] Her mother, Terri Catt, was the wardrobe coordinator for both Facing the Giants and Fireproof. [5] Her sister, Hayley Catt, was a still photographer, [6] production secretary, and website coordinator for Fireproof and Courageous. [7]

In 2004, she received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Theatre at the University of Mobile. [7]

On July 17, 2020, Bethea married Drew Waters, whom she met in 2013 on the set of The Redemption of Henry Myers.[ citation needed ]

Filmography

YearFilmRole
2006 Facing the Giants Alicia Houston
2008 Fireproof Catherine Holt
2011 The Heart of Christmas Trish
2012 Amazing Love Beth
2012 Laughing at the Moon Natalie Maclay
2012 This Is Our TimeAlexandria Taylor
2014 The Redemption of Henry Myers Marilyn
2014 Virtuous Diane Landers
2014 Christian Mingle Jennifer
2015 Grace of God Julie
2015 New Life Ava
2016 God's Compass Debra Carr
2019 Sunrise in Heaven Michele
2020 Miracle On Christmas Mary Boyce

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