Minka Kelly Celebrates ‘Human’ Portrait In New York Times Feature
Actress expresses gratitude for article that portrayed her as individual beyond past relationships.
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Actress Minka Kelly has taken to Instagram to share her profound appreciation for a recent New York Times profile that she describes as refreshingly focused on her humanity rather than sensationalizing her past or relationships.
In her heartfelt post, Kelly expressed how meaningful it was to see herself portrayed in the prestigious publication, sharing a photo of what appears to be the printed New York Times arts section featuring her profile. The image shows Kelly holding up the newspaper, visibly moved by seeing her feature in print.
“Print just hits different,” Kelly wrote in her caption. “The amount of years I’ve had this paper delivered to my home and the first thing I’d do is open to the arts section to now see this is…wild.”
Kelly, who initially struggled to articulate her feelings about the piece, credited her best friend with perfectly capturing why the article stood out. She quoted her friend’s observation: “It seems insane to say but an outlet that actually covers you as a human being and individual and doesn’t trauma porn or previous boyfriend paint everything. I can’t believe it’s been rare but wow, it really stands out how distinctly different this was.”
A Refreshing Media Approach
The actress, who has been in the public eye for nearly two decades, further shared her friend’s sentiment that the article served as “a reminder to you of just how far you’ve come and just how little it all matters besides what you think of yourself. A portrait without all the noise.”
Kelly extended her gratitude to the article’s author, Alexis Soloski, and The New York Times, writing, “I honestly couldn’t have said it better myself. Thank you @asoloski1 and thank you @nytimes.” She also thanked her “beloved” Megan Moss Pachon, presumably her publicist or representative who helped facilitate the profile.
Recent Professional Highlights
The profile comes during a busy period in Kelly’s career. Just days before sharing her appreciation for the Times piece, Kelly celebrated Netflix’s “Ransom Canyon” reaching #1 on the streaming platform. In a separate Instagram post, she expressed gratitude to her “Ransom family” and congratulated the cast and crew on the show’s success.
“Whatever happens with this show, I had the time of my life with some of the best people I’ve ever had the privilege to know and to work with,” Kelly wrote about the series, which premiered on Netflix recently. The show features Kelly as Quinn, a character that required her to learn piano for the role – a skill she showcased in another recent Instagram post.
Kelly has been making the promotional rounds for “Ransom Canyon,” appearing on “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” and featuring in glamorous photoshoots for Town & Country and Glamour magazines. She described her New York Times feature as “a true pinch me moment” in a previous post showing professional photos from the article’s photoshoot.
Beyond Acting: Author And Advocate
Beyond her on-screen work, Kelly has expanded her creative pursuits into writing. In 2022, she announced her memoir, which was released in May 2023. The book details her complex relationship with her late mother and her journey to process grief and find forgiveness.
In announcing the book, Kelly revealed that she had known since high school that she would one day write her story, but waited until after her mother’s passing to tell it with complete honesty. “The beauty of writing at this time in my life is that I’ve had time to process and grieve so much. I can now tell my story fairly and without resentment—but with compassion, forgiveness, and love,” she wrote.
The theme of being recognized for her own narrative rather than through the lens of relationships or past traumas seems particularly resonant for Kelly, who has often found herself defined by high-profile relationships in media coverage throughout her career.
A Career Renaissance
Kelly first gained widespread recognition for her role as Lyla Garrity in the acclaimed series “Friday Night Lights” and went on to appear in shows including “Parenthood,” “Almost Human,” and more recently, “Euphoria” and “Titans.”
The positive reception to “Ransom Canyon” and the thoughtful New York Times profile suggest a new chapter in Kelly’s career – one where she’s increasingly recognized for her craft and personal journey rather than her personal life.
In her Instagram post about the Times article, Kelly’s appreciation for being seen as a complete person rather than through reductive narratives is palpable. Her celebration of “a portrait without all the noise” resonates as both a personal victory and a commentary on how women in entertainment are often covered by the media.
As Kelly continues to evolve in both her personal and professional life, the response to the Times profile indicates a growing appreciation for the depth and humanity she brings to her work and public presence.
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