So, you’ve been watching Jessie Buckley in Wicked Little Letters and had a sudden brain zap. You think, “Wait, is she related to Betty Buckley?” The legendary Broadway star from Cats and Carrie? The one with the soaring voice? It’s a fair question. And the answer is no. Not a drop of shared DNA. But oh, the tangled web of confusion is way more fun than a simple yes or no.
Same Last Name, Different Galaxies
Their only real connection? Buckley. It’s a common Irish surname. Jessie is from Killarney, Ireland. Betty was born in Texas. That’s a big geography gap. One is a hearty stew, the other is a Texan BBQ platter.
But the name is catchy. It sounds like it should come with a family legacy. You can almost hear a narrator saying, “The Buckleys, a dynasty of vocal power!” Nope. It’s a delightful coincidence.
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The Musical Coincidence That Fuels the Rumor
Here’s the quirky twist that makes everyone assume they’re kin: both are insane talents. Betty is a Broadway legend. Jessie won an Olivier for Cabaret and sings like a wild angel. They are both phenomenal singers. When you hear “Buckley,” your brain ping-pongs between a powerhouse and a powerhouse.
It’s like finding two amazing chocolate shops in the same town. You assume they use the same secret recipe. In reality, it’s just a bunch of talented people deciding “Buckley” sounds cool. Jessie even jokes about it. She’s aware of the confusion. She once said she’d love to be related, just for the karaoke duets!
The Great 'Cats' Conspiracy
Let’s talk about the single biggest culprit for this mix-up: Cats. Betty Buckley originated the role of Grizabella on Broadway. She sang “Memory” with such heartbreaking power that it became legend. Now, Jessie starred in the 2019 film Cats as Jemima (the kitten who sings “Memory” in that movie).
See the trap? Betty is THE cat lady. Jessie is a cat in the same litter. Your brain screams, “Mother and daughter!” But no. It’s just a weird, purring coincidence. Jessie did not ask for Betty’s cat-makeup tips. They never shared a litter box.
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The 'Carrie' Crossover Nobody Expected
This is my favorite random detail. Betty Buckley is famous for playing the gym teacher in Carrie (1976). Jessie Buckley starred in a stage musical adaptation of Carrie in London way back in 2012. Yes! She played the sweet girl, Sue Snell. So they both have Carrie on their résumés.
One is a horrified gym teacher. The other is a guilt-ridden classmate. That’s not a family reunion. That’s a weird overlapping Venn diagram. It’s like finding out your dad and your neighbor both once owned a purple bicycle. Pure chaos.
Let's Check the Family Tree (It’s a Single Stick)
Jessie’s parents are Tim and Marina Buckley. They run a pub in Killarney. Betty’s parents were Ernest and Flo Buckley, who had a cattle ranch in Texas. Zero overlap. No secret cousin in a castle in Ireland. No long-lost auntie in Dallas.
It’s a classic case of “The Internet Just Decided.” Fans love connecting dots. They love imagining a showbiz dynasty. But the Buckleys are just two separate, brilliant comets. They just happen to share a cool surname and a knack for blowing people’s minds.
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Why This Rumor Is So Stubborn
Because it’s satisfying. It feels like a missing puzzle piece. “Ah, that explains her voice!” your brain coos. Reality is boring. Reality says, “They just both worked really, really hard.” The rumor is the fun version where talent is genetic.
Also, Betty is 76. Jessie is 34. The age gap screams “mother and daughter” in Hollywood math. But no, it’s just a generational gap. One was a child in the 1950s. The other was a child in the 1990s. They share no birthday cards.
The Fun Conclusion?
They are not related. But good news! You can still pretend. You can build a fantasy where they meet for Sunday roasts and harmonize on “Memory.” It’s not real, but it’s a beautiful thought.
Jessie was once asked about it on a talk show. She laughed and said, “I wish! She’s incredible.” Betty hasn’t bothered to correct the rumor because, why would she? It’s free publicity and a compliment. So enjoy the confusion. It’s like finding out two distant islands have the same flag. It means nothing. But it’s a fun trip down a weird rabbit hole.
So next time you hear a Buckley belt out a note, don’t ask if they’re blood. Just ask for an encore. That’s the only connection that matters.