Kay Hanley
Biography
About Kay Hanley
Kay Hanley is an American singer-songwriter best known as the frontwoman of Letters To Cleo, whose 90s alt-rock anthem "Here and Now" remains a staple of the era. With a blonde mane and an average build, she has carved a niche as a versatile performer. Hanley's voice has graced cult classics: her cover of The Cars' "Dangerous Type" appears in The Craft, and she performed Nick Lowe's "Cruel to Be Kind" in 10 Things I Hate About You. In the 2001 film Josie and the Pussycats, she lent her singing voice to Rachael Leigh Cook's character, a role that has since gained a devoted following. Her music even reached TV audiences in a 2014 episode of Parks and Recreation. Born in Dorchester, Massachusetts, she continues to be a beloved figure in the alternative rock scene. She is 57 years old.
- BirthplaceDorchester, Massachusetts, United States
- Hair ColorBlonde
- Instagram Followers15k (as of April 2026)
Frequently asked
Which two cult-classic films feature her vocal work?
Kay Hanley's voice appears in The Craft, where Letters To Cleo cover The Cars' "Dangerous Type," and in Josie and the Pussycats, where she sings for Rachael Leigh Cook's character.
Did you know
- Kay Hanley performed a cover of Nick Lowe's "Cruel to Be Kind" in the film 10 Things I Hate About You.
- Her band's song "Here and Now" was performed by her on a 2014 episode of Parks and Recreation.
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