Kathy Cronkite

Kathy Cronkite (born September 5, 1950) is an American actress and mental health professional. She is the daughter of the late CBS News anchorman Walter Cronkite.

Cronkite is a public speaker on issues related to mental health, especially depression. She is the author of the books On the Edge of Darkness: Conversations on Conquering Depression and On the Edge of the Spotlight: Celebrities' Children Speak Out About Their Lives.

In 1979, she co-starred on the short-lived NBC sitcom Hizzonner.

She also had roles in the movies Network, Billy Jack, The Trial of Billy Jack, Billy Jack Goes to Washington and Which Way Is Up.

Cronkite was previously married to William F. Ikard. They have two children. She lives in Austin, Texas.

Filmography Year Title Role Notes1974 The Trial of Billy Jack Kristen 1975 Corner of the Circle 1976 Network Mary Ann Gifford 1977 Billy Jack Goes to Washington 1977 Which Way Is Up Photographer