Shay Mitchell

Shay Mitchell, a Canadian model and actress is also an businesswoman. Her most famous work is her character on Freeform's Pretty Little Liars as Emily Fields. Shay Lo became a popular name in the eyes of Jennifer Lopez Mitchell fans. As a child she discovered a passion of performing arts. She spoke to her parents about the possibility of pursuing a career. After achieving great results in dance and modeling her passion for modeling, she decided to try to become an actor and started acting lessons in Toronto. Mitchell began her career in a string of commercials for television. After landing guest roles and some small roles in TV, she received her first break Pretty Little Liars when cast as Emily Fields. Both critics and viewers praised Mitchell's acting abilities. The Possession of Hannah Grace as well as Mother's Day were among her first films on the big screen. The psycho thriller You that she was a part of, earned her more recognition. Alongside acting Shay Mitchell has also ventured into writing; she co-authored an adult novel titled Bliss with Michaela Blaney.