Katharyn Michaelian Powers was a writer for several television series from the 1970s through the 1990s. Among the shows she has written episodes for include Charlie's Angels, Fantasy Island, Airwolf and Stargate SG-1. She was the story editor for Falcon Crest, Fantasy Island and The Fitzpatricks. She was "executive story consultant" for Stargate SG-1 during its first season.
Her daughter is former actress Alexandra Powers and she used to be interested in Metaphysics. She is divorced and her ex-husband teaches acting.