Shelley Hennig
Biography
Shelley Catherine "Shell" Hennig, born on January 2, 1987, is a multifaceted American actress, model, and former beauty queen. She gained national recognition when she clinched the title of Miss Teen USA in 2004, launching her career in the entertainment industry.
Hennig's television career is marked by several notable roles. She portrayed Stephanie Johnson on the long-running soap opera Days of Our Lives from 2007 to 2011 and returned for a brief stint in 2017. She also captivated audiences as Diana Meade in the supernatural drama The Secret Circle from 2011 to 2012. Her portrayal of Malia Tate on the popular series Teen Wolf from 2014 to 2017 further solidified her status in the industry. Most recently, she stars as Ava Winters in the Netflix action-comedy series Obliterated, which premiered in 2023.
In addition to her television work, Hennig has made her mark in film, appearing in horror features like Ouija and Unfriended, both released in 2014. She also showcased her talent in the romantic comedy When We First Met in 2018. With a diverse portfolio of roles across multiple genres, Shelley Hennig continues to be a prominent figure in Hollywood, earning admiration for her versatility and dedication to her craft.
Filmography
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Hunting Season
2025 • January
When We First Met
2018 • Carrie Grey
Unfriended
2014 • Blaire Lilly
The After Party
2018 • Alicia Levine
Ouija
2014 • Debbie Galardi
Gatlopp: Hell of a Game
2022 • Alice
Teen Wolf: The Movie
2023 • Malia Tate
The List (2023)
2023 • Sam
Summer of 8
2016 • Lily
About Scout
2015 • Melinda
Cult Killer
2024 • Jamie Douglas
The Secret Circle
2011 • Diana Meade
Teen Wolf
2011 • Malia Tate
The Woman in the House Across the Street from the Girl in the Window
2022 • Lisa
Obliterated
2023 • Ava Winters