Katherine Cassavetes (; née Demetre; June 24, 1906 – March 29, 1983) was an American actress. She was the mother of actor-director John Cassavetes and mother-in-law of actress Gena Rowlands. Her grandchildren are actor-directors Nick Cassavetes, Zoe Cassavetes, and Alexandra Cassavetes. She appeared in four films, three of which were written and directed by her son, including Minnie and Moskowitz (1971). Partial filmography Minnie and Moskowitz (1971) - Sheba Moskowitz The Teacher (1974) - Gossiping Lady 1 A Woman Under the Influence (1974) - Margaret Longhetti Opening Night (1977) - Vivian (final film role) References External links 1906 births 1983 deaths American film actresses Actresses from New York City People from Greater Los Angeles Katherine 20th-century American actresses