Biography: Actress Jillian Batherson was born in Detroit, Michigan to a Canadian father and an American mother. She grew up in Louisiana and attended the New Orleans Center for Creative Arts. Her training continued at the British American Drama Academy and at the University of Southern California. While attending USC's prestigious School of Theatre, Jillian was cast in the films The Dukes of Hazzard and The Reaping. Jillian has since gained larger parts in films such as The 5th Quarter and The Ledge. Her television credits include FX's award winning drama American Horror Story and USA's comedy Common Law.