Los Angeles: Krysten Ritter may be known for playing the tough, no-nonsense superhero Jessica Jone, but she has an adorably close relationship with her younger sister Bailey Taylor off-screen.
The two sisters, who are several years apart in age, have an admirable sibling bond that Krysten frequently gushes about in interviews and social media.
Key Takeaways
- Krysten said having Bailey by her side is her ‘favorite thing.’
- Their bond seems more like that of best friends than typical sisters.
- Krysten has said she is ‘bawling with pride’ over the humble, hardworking person Bailey is growing into.
In a 2018 interview, Krysten called Bailey her ‘rock‘ and ‘best friend,’ saying Bailey has been by her side through the ups and downs of Krysten’s 20-year acting career.
Krysten cherishes teaching Bailey things and exposing her to new experiences outside of their small hometown.
“I love, more than anything, when I can teach her things and expose her to things that she wouldn’t necessarily be exposed to in the small town where we are from,”
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Krysten said.
“She learns a lot by observing how I handle business and I really love setting a good example for her about hard work and how to be a badass boss lady while still leading with grace.”
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Bailey had even worked as Krysten’s executive assistant at times when Krysten had multiple projects on the line.
Krysten said having Bailey by her side is her ‘favorite thing.’
Their social media posts showcasing their fun sisterly relationship back up Krysten’s words.
Krysten’s Instagram is filled with silly selfies and proud moments celebrating Bailey’s accomplishments, such as volunteering for Hilary Clinton’s campaign and reminiscing over childhood photos of the two with matching long hair.
Captions like “My baby sister – who is now freaking 20 years old – continues to BLOW MY MIND by the young woman she is becoming” and “Thank heavens you were born. You are my favorite bestie and partner in crime” demonstrate Krysten’s adoration.
While Krysten is nearly a decade older than Bailey, their bond seems more like that of best friends than typical sisters.
Krysten has said she is ‘bawling with pride‘ over the humble, hardworking person Bailey is growing into after Bailey made a few small but incredibly thoughtful gestures, like sending Krysten’s favorite tea unprompted after a visit.
With their silly adventures like Krysten ‘bombing‘ Bailey’s selfie attempts, introducing Bailey to beloved shows like ‘Game of Thrones,’ and even dressing up together one Halloween, it’s clear Krysten deeply values her relationship with her younger sister.
Behind the scenes of her acting career, Krysten’s closest relationship seems to be with her sister, who has been by her side through it all.
In Case You Didn’t Know
- Krysten Ritter spent most of her teen years on a beef farm near Shickshinny.
- Both sisters, Krysten and Bailey, attended Northwest Area High School.
- Krysten, brought up in Benton, Columbia County, loved catching crayfish going to the Benton Dam.
