Mae Roth: Laurie Metcalf’s Daughter — Biography, Career & Music (2026)

Who Is Mae Roth?

Mae Roth is an emerging American actress and singer developing her own creative identity across television, independent film, original music, and musical theatre. Born in California on June 3, 2005 (per her IMDb biography), she is the daughter of Laurie Metcalf — one of the most decorated actresses of her generation — and actor Matt Roth.

While her family name naturally draws attention, Mae’s story is best understood on its own terms: a young performer taking early, deliberate steps toward a career shaped by training, creativity, and personal expression.

Mae Roth — Quick Bio

Full name	Mae Roth
Date of birth	June 3, 2005 (per IMDb)
Birthplace	California, USA
Nationality	American
Mother	Laurie Metcalf
Father	Matt Roth
Half-sister	Zoe Perry (actress, Young Sheldon)
Brothers	Will Roth, Donovan Roth
Profession	Actress and singer
Known for	The Conners, Butterface, single “Here” (2024)

Her Parents: Laurie Metcalf and Matt Roth

Mae’s mother, Laurie Metcalf (born June 16, 1955, in Carbondale, Illinois), is one of the most accomplished actresses of the past four decades. Her accolades include four Primetime Emmy Awards — three for playing Jackie Harris on Roseanne — three Tony Awards for Broadway work, and an Academy Award nomination for her role in Greta Gerwig’s Lady Bird (2017). She also played Mary Cooper on The Big Bang Theory and voiced Andy’s mom in the Toy Story films.

Her father, Matt Roth, is an American actor whose credits include appearances on Roseanne, Desperate Housewives, and Modern Family. He has maintained a comparatively lower public profile than Metcalf. Laurie Metcalf and Matt Roth were married from 1993 to 2014.

Siblings and Family

Mae belongs to a family with deep performing-arts roots. Her older half-sister, Zoe Perry — the daughter of Laurie Metcalf and actor Jeff Perry — is an established actress best known for playing Mary Cooper on Young Sheldon. Mae also has brothers Will Roth and Donovan Roth (reportedly fostered and later adopted by Metcalf and Roth). The siblings have different levels of public visibility, and Mae is the one currently building a portfolio across both screen and music.

Education and Musical Theatre Training

Mae’s performer profile lists experience with the Powerhouse program at John Burroughs High School and musical theatre studies at Marymount Manhattan College — suggesting formal training in vocal performance, acting, and movement. Musical theatre is a demanding discipline requiring singers to combine dialogue, song, choreography, and character work, and her listed skills (mezzo-soprano/soprano singing, harmonization, sight-reading, piano, ukulele) reflect that well-rounded foundation.

Screen Work: The Conners

One of Mae’s known television credits is The Conners, the ABC sitcom continuing the story of the Conner family from Roseanne. IMDb lists her in small roles — including a college student and a bar patron — across three episodes. These are minor parts rather than a recurring character, but they represent documented early screen experience within a major television production.

The connection is especially interesting because her mother plays Jackie Harris, a central character in the same series — though Mae’s involvement should not be confused with a leading role or a shared storyline.

Butterface (2023 Short Film)

Mae is also credited in the 2023 short film Butterface, in which she plays a TikToker. Short films give emerging performers the chance to explore different characters within smaller, faster productions — a practical way to build experience and a résumé. Publicly available information about the film and her specific contribution remains limited, so it is best described as one of her early screen appearances rather than a breakthrough.

Music: The Single “Here” (2024)

Singing is central to Mae’s artistic identity. Her most significant documented music release is the original single “Here,” released in May 2024 (Apple Music lists May 29, 2024). Per her published artist biography, the song explores the desire to understand thoughts and experiences connected with love — romantic, platonic, and the connections people observe around them.

Releasing original music is a meaningful step for a developing singer: it lets her communicate ideas through her own artistic choices rather than interpreting characters written by others, and gives audiences another way to discover her beyond her acting credits.

Theatre and Behind-the-Scenes Work

Beyond performing, Mae’s profile describes involvement in Solve It Squad, a stage show by the Tin Can Brothers, in which she played Gwen — and also contributed to producing, choreography, promotional materials, set design, and props. Taking on multiple production responsibilities suggests an interest in how performances are built from the ground up, not just in appearing on stage. That collaborative, behind-the-scenes experience is a valuable foundation for any long-term career in the arts.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Mae Roth?
An emerging American actress and singer, daughter of Laurie Metcalf and Matt Roth, known for The Conners, the short film Butterface, and her single “Here.”

How old is Mae Roth?
Her IMDb biography lists her date of birth as June 3, 2005 — 21 years old as of 2026.

Who are Mae Roth’s parents?
Laurie Metcalf (Roseanne, The Conners, Lady Bird) and actor Matt Roth.

Is Zoe Perry related to Mae Roth?
Yes — Zoe Perry is Mae’s older half-sister. Both are daughters of Laurie Metcalf; Zoe’s father is actor Jeff Perry.

What is Mae Roth’s song “Here” about?
Per her artist biography, it explores thoughts and experiences connected with love in its many forms.

What is Mae Roth’s ethnicity?
She is an American of white/European descent, born in California to American parents.