Biography

Jilanne Marie Klaus is an award winning actress with a career spanning over three decades. Born in Jackson, Michigan, to Judith and Joseph Klaus, she was raised in the heart of the Midwest with her two siblings.

Jilanne's performances are known for their emotional depth and have earned her best actress awards in both film and stage productions. After honing her craft for five years in New York City and a decade in Los Angeles, she returned to her roots in the Midwest, where she continues to thrive.

Jilanne graduated from the University of Notre Dame with a bachelor's degree in French language and pre-medical studies, followed by a master's degree in psychology from Pepperdine University. In her dedication to understanding characters and improving the human condition, she continues to study emotional intelligence and publish books on human emotion and the art of happiness.
- IMDb mini biography by: CGT

Did you know that Jilanne worked with 3 different characters from the TV show Three's Company? John Ritter in the film "The Colony" Priscilla Barnes in the play "Vic Lanudi's Daughters" Aubrey (Mrs.Roper) in the MOW "Sister's and Other Strangers"

Living and acting Saint Louis, Missouri, married to surgeon, Rick Barnes they have two daughters and one son.

Living and acting Saint Louis Missouri, married to a surgeon, they have two lovely daughters.