Bethany Joy Lenz
Biography
Bethany Joy Lenz, born on April 2, 1981, is an accomplished American actress, singer-songwriter, and filmmaker. She gained widespread recognition for her role as Haley James Scott on the popular television series One Tree Hill, which aired on The WB and later The CW from 2003 to 2012. After One Tree Hill wrapped up, Lenz remained active in the entertainment industry, making a variety of guest appearances on different television programs. She also secured notable roles, becoming a series regular in the eighth season of Showtime's Dexter in 2013 and in the short-lived legal drama Pearson on USA Network in 2019.
Since 2014, she has been a familiar face on the Hallmark Channel, appearing in nine original movies by 2022. Lenz has also ventured into film production; in 2022, she not only starred in but also served as an executive producer for the horror film So Cold the River. With her diverse talents and commitment to her craft, Lenz has established herself as a versatile figure in the entertainment landscape, continually engaging audiences with her performances across various mediums.
Filmography
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Blindfire
2020 • Jan Bishop
Five Star Christmas
2020 • Lucy Ralston
Savoring Paris
2024 • Ella
Poinsettias for Christmas
2018 • Ellie Palmer
Bring It On Again
2004 • Marni Potts
Just My Type
2020 • Vanessa Sills
Thinner
1996
A Valentine's Match
2020 • Natalie Simmons
An Unexpected Christmas
2021 • Emily
Royal Matchmaker
2018 • Kate Gleason
Snowed Inn Christmas
2017 • Jenna Hudson
Extortion
2017 • Julie Riley
So Cold the River
2022 • Erica Shaw
A Biltmore Christmas
2023 • Lucy Collins
The Christmas Secret
2014 • Christine Eisley
Hope Valley: 1874
2026 • Rebecca Clarke
Pearson
2019 • Keri Allen