Career When Katherine Heigl was nine, her aunt and parents sent photos of her to a modeling agency. Within a few weeks, she was signed with Wilhelmina Models as a child model. Shortly after, a client picked her for a magazine ad, marking her modeling debut. At that time, Heigl earned $75 an hour posing for Sears and Lord & Taylor catalogs. Her first national television ad was for Cheerios cereal. Heigl began studying acting and made her film debut in That Night (1992). She played Christina ... Katherine Heigl , American actress best known for her work on the television series Grey’s Anatomy and for roles in such romantic comedies as Knocked Up (2007), 27 Dresses (2008), The Ugly Truth (2009), and Life As We Know It (2010). Learn more about Heigl ’s life and career. 5M Followers, 545 Following, 1,519 Posts - Katherine Heigl (@ katherineheigl ) on Instagram: "Actress, producer, animal advocate, founder of @newlaneroad and @badlandsranchpets Mother of 3 beautiful children & wife to one sexy musician. Links:" Explore the comprehensive timeline of actress Katherine Heigl , detailing her career milestones, major film and television roles, award nominations and wins, and key personal life events. From her early days in modeling and breakout role in 'Grey's Anatomy' to her diverse work in film, follow Katherine Heigl 's journey in the entertainment industry.