Most Famous Actresses Involved with Scientology

Hollywood and Scientology have a long, intertwined history, and a number of well-known actresses have been associated with the Church—some as current members, others as former adherents who later moved on. Below are notable examples drawn from public reporting and biographies, focusing on verifiable details about their involvement and their careers.

Kirstie Alley

Kirstie Alley was a prominent Scientologist for decades and publicly credited the Church with helping her through personal struggles. She donated significant sums and reached advanced Operating Thetan levels, frequently speaking about her participation. Alley was widely known for TV hits like ‘Cheers’ and films such as ‘Look Who’s Talking’.

Anne Archer

Anne Archer and her husband became Scientologists in the 1970s, and she later served as a spokeswoman for the Church-affiliated literacy group Applied Scholastics. Her son Tommy Davis went on to hold a senior role at the Church’s Celebrity Centre. Archer is an Academy Award nominee best known for roles including ‘Fatal Attraction’ and appearances in ‘Patriot Games’ and ‘Clear and Present Danger’.

Catherine Bell

Catherine Bell has been identified as a practicing Scientologist and has supported Church-linked initiatives, including education and public-awareness projects. She has spoken about achieving the state of Clear. Bell is widely recognized for her work on ‘JAG’ and ‘The Good Witch’.

Nancy Cartwright

Nancy Cartwright joined Scientology in the early 1990s and has been noted for major financial contributions to the Church. Her participation has included public events and fundraising recognized by Church honors. Outside of that, she is celebrated for voicing Bart Simpson on ‘The Simpsons’.

Erika Christensen

Erika Christensen was raised in Scientology and has discussed her upbringing and beliefs in interviews. She has defended the Church publicly and described its role in her life. Christensen is known for projects like ‘Traffic’ and the TV drama ‘Parenthood’.

Jenna Elfman

Jenna Elfman became involved with Scientology in the early 1990s and later reached advanced levels in the Church; she has appeared at events for allied organizations. Reporting and her biography note long-standing participation, including opening a mission in San Francisco. Elfman is best known for starring in ‘Dharma & Greg’ and more recently in ‘Fear the Walking Dead’.

Elisabeth Moss

Elisabeth Moss is a Scientologist and has addressed questions about her faith in interviews and on social media. She has emphasized themes of religious freedom when asked about her beliefs. Moss is known for acclaimed work in ‘Mad Men’ and ‘The Handmaid’s Tale’.

Alanna Masterson

Alanna Masterson is listed among Scientologist performers, and coverage of her personal life notes that she and her siblings have practiced the religion. She has maintained a career in television with roles including ‘The Walking Dead’.

Laura Prepon

Laura Prepon became a Scientologist in the late 1990s but later told the press she stopped practicing in 2016. Her change in status has been widely reported and updated in her biography. Prepon is widely recognized for ‘That ’70s Show’ and ‘Orange Is the New Black’.

Leah Remini

Leah Remini was raised in Scientology and remained a member into adulthood before leaving in 2013. She later wrote a bestselling memoir and produced reporting-focused television about her experiences. Remini is best known for starring in ‘The King of Queens’.

Juliette Lewis

Juliette Lewis grew up around Scientology, spoke about crediting a Church-linked rehab program during earlier years, and later distanced herself, describing herself as a spiritualist. Biographical sources document those shifts over time. Lewis has appeared in films such as ‘Natural Born Killers’ and ‘Cape Fear’.

Katie Holmes

Katie Holmes began studying Scientology after she started dating Tom Cruise; the couple married in a Scientologist ceremony. Her biography details this period of involvement, which coincided with major public attention on the Church. Holmes is known for ‘Dawson’s Creek’ and films including ‘Batman Begins’.

Nicole Kidman

Nicole Kidman is listed as a former member on summaries of celebrity involvement with Scientology, reflecting her connection during her marriage to Tom Cruise. Coverage and documentaries have explored how the Church intersected with that period of her life. Kidman has starred in projects ranging from ‘Big Little Lies’ to ‘Moulin Rouge!’.

Nazanin Boniadi

Nazanin Boniadi is identified as a former Scientologist; reporting and her biography describe her mid-2000s involvement and later departure. High-profile coverage has also discussed allegations about how the Church intersected with her personal life. Boniadi’s screen credits include ‘Homeland’ and ‘The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power’.

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