Cara Buono
Career
Active 1989 – present
Biography
About Cara Buono
Cara Buono is an American actress, best known for her Emmy-nominated role as Dr. Faye Miller in Mad Men and as Karen Wheeler in Stranger Things since 2016. She played Kelli Moltisanti in the sixth season of The Sopranos. Born in the Bronx, New York, she is of Italian descent. She has been active since 1989, starting around age 18. With 37 years in the industry, she has built a notable career. Cara is married to Peter Thum since 2008, and they have a daughter. She stands 5'5" with a natural 34B chest. Her work spans both television and film, earning her a large following.
Record
Profile details
Personal
- Years Active
- 1989-present (started around 18 years old; 37 years active)
- Birthplace
- Bronx, New York, United States
- Ethnicity
- Caucasian
- Sexuality
- Straight
Body
- Hair Color
- Blonde
- Eye Color
- Brown
- Weight
- 115 lbs (or 52 kg)
- Measurements
- 34–25–35 (B–W–H) · WHR 0.71
- Bra/Cup Size
- 34B show conversions - UK: 34B, EU: 75B, AU: 12B, JP: 75B
- Boobs
- Real/Natural
Extra
- Instagram Followers
- 2.9m (as of June 2026)
- Listed In
- Stranger Things Babes
Frequently asked
How has Cara Buono's career evolved from her start in 1989?
She began acting at age 18 and has since accumulated 37 years of experience, with major roles in The Sopranos, Mad Men, and Stranger Things.
What distinguishes Cara Buono's role in Stranger Things?
She has played Karen Wheeler since the show's premiere in 2016, making her one of the series' longest-running cast members.
Did you know
- Cara Buono's role in Mad Men earned her an Emmy nomination.
- She played Kelli Moltisanti in The Sopranos' final season, connecting her to two critically acclaimed TV series.
- Her measurements (34B natural) are listed on her profile, and she has a large Instagram following of 2.9 million.
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