Shay Mitchell

Shay Mitchell is a Canadian model and actress who is also an businesswoman. Her most well-known character is Emily Fields on the Freeform show Pretty Little Liars. A big admirer of Jennifer Lopez Mitchell came to be known by the name Shay Lo among her friends. As a child Shay Lo began to develop an interest in the performing arts. She also discussed with her parents the possibility of going into this field. When she was able to perform well in dance and modeling, Mitchell wanted to study acting. Therefore, she began taking acting lessons in Toronto. Mitchell was able to land a couple of commercials and also played in guest roles on TV programs. Her big break came when she was asked to play as Emily Fields. Fans and critics alike praised the quality of her acting. She then made her big screen debut in Dreamland Mother's Day The Possession of Hannah Grace. She starred in The psychological thriller series You which earned her wider recognition. Alongside acting Shay Mitchell has also ventured into writing; she co-authored the adult novel Bliss with Michaela Blaney.