mckenzie westmore

McKenzie Westmore gained significant recognition for her role as Sheridan Crane in the television soap opera Passions, appearing in 1730 episodes from 1999 to 2008. Her extensive career began with an uncredited acting debut in the 1980 film Raging Bull as Jake’s daughter. A graduate of the Los Angeles County High School for the Arts with a major in music in 1995, Westmore quickly expanded her on-screen presence, securing a role as Ba’ku Woman in Star Trek: Insurrection (1998) before her pivotal, nearly decade-long run on Passions. Following her defining work on Passions, Westmore continued to build a versatile resume across television.

She made a guest appearance as Presenter in Friends (2001) and took on the role of Dr. Riley Sinclair in All My Children from 2008 to 2009. Demonstrating her broad appeal and industry knowledge, Westmore then transitioned to hosting, leading the Syfy reality competition series Face Off for seven seasons, from 2011 to 2018. In this critically acclaimed role, she leveraged her deep understanding of the makeup industry, connecting her professional expertise to her family’s renowned legacy in film makeup.

Her career reflects a compelling blend of consistent acting work, influential hosting, and strategic business leadership, underscoring her multifaceted talent and appeal for diverse professional engagements.