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Kaitlyn Dever | Tim Dever and Kathy Dever with their daughters May and Jane | Source: Instagram/kaitlyndever

Katie Dever's parents, Kathy Dever and Tim Dever brought her to Los Angeles to dissuade her from pursuing a career in acting, a challenging field to break into. Instead, the opposite happened.

"Unbelievable" actress Kaitlyn Dever owes much of her massive success in the entertainment industry to her loving and supportive parents, Kathy and Tim Dever.

At first, the TV star's parents felt uncertain about their daughter's choice to enter a profession in the industry. However, with time, they came around to support her and realized that it was the right decision for her.

Kaitlyn Dever at "Ticket to Paradise" premiere held at the Regency Village Theatre on October 17, 2022, in Los Angeles, California. | Source: Getty Images

Kathy & Tim Dever Once Discouraged Their Daughter from Acting

Kaitlyn Dever enjoyed a remarkable upbringing shaped by her parents, Kathy and Tim Dever, who were former figure skaters. Even when their daughter was just a baby, they introduced her to the world of skating.

The actress became a figure skater under their guidance but eventually decided to explore other passions. As time passed, her parents transitioned into coaching figure skating in Phoenix.

Tim's career took an interesting turn when he became the voice behind Barney, the beloved purple dinosaur, and later the character Bob the Builder. Tim's voice acting career took him to Dallas, where he flew in with his family.

In Dallas, their daughter's enthusiasm for acting flourished, prompting her to beg her parents to enroll her in acting classes. Impersonating a character was her forte as a kid. She added:

"When I see a person on TV, within three minutes, I can do all their mannerisms and their voice. Acting has always come naturally to me."

Their daughter started taking acting classes at nine years old. Over time, her talent blossomed, and she soon attracted the attention of a talent agent who believed she had what it took to enter Hollywood.

When the TV actress and her sisters were little, Kathy was diagnosed with stage four breast cancer.

Yet, Tim and Kathy expressed doubts and were worried about her pursuing acting at such a young age. Their daughter was "incredibly persistent" in her career choice, leaving her parents no choice but to compromise.

Initially, Kathy agreed to take her to Los Angeles to dissuade her from pursuing acting. However, as fate would have it, their daughter's acting career soared to new heights, prompting the entire family to relocate to L.A. due to her growing success in the industry.

Among the actress's remarkable achievements was her role in "Men, Women & Children," a comedy film that boasted an ensemble cast including esteemed actors like Emma Thompson, Adam Sandler, and Jennifer Garner.

Additionally, Kathy and Tim's oldest daughter also gained fame in the hit film "Booksmart" together with Beanie Feldstein, Molly Gordon, Jason Sudeikis, and Billie Lourd.

Kaitlyn Dever attends SAG-AFTRA Foundation Conversations with "Booksmart" at the SAG-AFTRA Foundation Screening Room on September 18, 2019, in Los Angeles, California. | Source: Getty Images

Kathy & Tim Support Their Daughters' Interests amid Kathy's Illness

Kaitlyn's success may have brought changes into the family's life, but it was also marred with challenges. When the TV actress and her sisters were little, Kathy was diagnosed with stage four breast cancer.

As the eldest sister, Kaitlyn needed to remain composed by suppressing her emotions to support her family during this trying period. Despite the challenges, Tim and Kathy have supported her and their other daughters' interests, such as gymnastics.

Besides Kaitlyn, Kathy and Tim have two other daughters, May and Jane Dever, who frequently appear on their famous daughter's social media page.

The family's challenges have not only shaped the Hollywood star's approach to handling emotions but have also influenced her acting career, providing her with a unique perspective on life's priorities and the ability to let go more easily.

Kathy & Tim Receive Sweet Tributes from Their Daughters

With unwavering support from her parents throughout her acting journey, Kaitlyn felt profoundly grateful for their presence. She expressed her gratitude and posted a heartfelt tribute on Instagram along with her parents' photo.

In her post, the talented actress conveyed how her parents mean everything to her, even on ordinary days, emphasizing that without them, she is nothing. The photo is just one of the many pictures Kaitlyn has shared in public.

The young entertainer frequently shares heartfelt messages on social media dedicated to her parents on various occasions, such as Father's Day and Mother's Day. In one post, she called Tim her "best bud forever" and noted Kathy as her "everything."

Like her older sister, Mary shared similar sweet tributes online and noted that Tim was a "truly amazing person," while she described Kathy as a "spectacular mom."

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