Nicole Gale Anderson[1] (born August 29, 1990)[2] is an American actress. She is best known for her role as Heather Chandler on The CW series Beauty & the Beast. She is also known for her roles as Macy Misa in the Disney Channel series Jonas and as Kelly Parker and Miranda Collins respectively on the ABC Family shows Make It or Break It and Ravenswood.
Nicole Gale Anderson | |
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.jpg) Anderson in June 2010 | |
| Born | Nicole Gale Anderson August 29, 1990 Rochester, Indiana, U.S. |
| Other names | Nicole Anderson |
| Occupation | Actress |
| Years active | 1996–present |
| Spouse |
Roberto Paniagua (m. 2018) |
| Children | 1 |
Early life
editAnderson was born in Rochester, Indiana. Her father is an American who served as a Commander in the United States Navy, and her mother is of Filipino ethnicity.[3] As a child, she won national gymnastics competitions, but retired due to injuries.[4] Anderson was awarded a scholarship to Georgia's Barbizon Modeling and Acting School at age 13.[5] She then began to study acting and attending auditions.[3] She landed several print ads and television commercials, including Mary-Kate & Ashley Online Clothing, Every Girl, Stand Up, and Bratz Pretty 'n' Punk & Treasures.
Career
editShe auditioned for the role of Stella in the television series Jonas, but actress Chelsea Kane ended up winning the role.[6][7] After the series plot changed, producers decided to create a best friend for Stella and offered Anderson the role of Macy.[8]
Anderson was added to the cast of the television series Beauty & the Beast in March 2012,[9] playing the recurring role of Heather Chandler, Catherine's (Kristin Kreuk) younger sister.[10] In May 2013, it was announced that Anderson had joined Ravenswood, a Pretty Little Liars spin-off, as Miranda Collins, a foster kid, who relies on her wits to cover her emotional scars.[11] Prior to appearing in Ravenswood, Anderson appeared in the Pretty Little Liars episode "Grave New World", introducing her character, Miranda Collins.[12] After the cancellation of Ravenswood, Anderson returned for the third season of Beauty & the Beast as a regular cast member.[13]
Philanthropy
editAnderson served as the first international spokesperson for Underwriters Laboratories Youth Safety Smart program and has participated in Disney's Friends for Change.[14]
Personal life
editIn January 2018, Anderson married Roberto Paniagua.[15] They have a daughter born July 2020.[16]
Filmography
editFilm
edit| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | Lukewarm | Jessie | |
| 2013 | Red Line | Tori | |
| 2014 | Never | Meghan |
Television
edit| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | Unfabulous | Cheerleader #3 | Episode: "The Grey Area" |
| 2007 | Nobody | Leila | Unsold ABC Family pilot |
| 2007 | Zoey 101 | Maria | Episode: "Quarantine"; credited as Nicole Anderson |
| 2007 | Hannah Montana | Marissa Hughes | Episode: "Achy Jakey Heart Part 1" |
| 2007 | iCarly | Tasha | Episode: "iNevel"; as Nicole Anderson |
| 2008 | Sunday! Sunday! Sunday! | Dana | Unsold Jetix pilot[17] |
| 2008 | Princess | Jitterbug / Princess Calliope | Television film |
| 2009–2010 | Jonas | Macy Misa | Main role, 29 episodes; credited as Nicole Anderson |
| 2009–2012 | Make It or Break It | Kelly Parker | Recurring role; 17 episodes |
| 2009 | Imagination Movers | Cinderella | Episode: "A Fairy Tale Ending" |
| 2010 | Accused at 17 | Bianca Miller | Television film |
| 2011 | Mean Girls 2 | Hope Plotkin | Television film[18] |
| 2011 | Happy Endings | Madison 1 | Episode: "Baby Steps"[19] |
| 2011 | Ringer | Monica Reynolds | Episode: "Oh Gawd, There's Two of Them?" |
| 2012–2016 | Beauty & the Beast | Heather Chandler | Recurring role (seasons 1–2); main role (seasons 3–4) |
| 2013 | Pretty Little Liars | Miranda Collins | Episode: "Grave New World" |
| 2013–2014 | Ravenswood | Miranda Collins / Original Miranda | Main role |
| 2018 | The Wedding Do Over | Abby Anderson | Television film |
Music videos
edit| Year | Title | Artist(s) |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | "White Noise" | Flor |
References
edit- ^ "Official Nicole Anderson Website Biography". Nicoleandersononline.com. Archived from the original on December 31, 2012. Retrieved August 31, 2013.
- ^ "Nicole Gale Anderson Biography". TV Guide. Archived from the original on January 14, 2014. Retrieved February 25, 2024.
- ^ a b "MediaNetBio". Disney Channel MediaNet. Archived from the original on April 2, 2012. Retrieved June 28, 2009.
- ^ "Nicole Anderson Quit Gymnastics after Winning Nationals". Starlitnews.com. Retrieved August 29, 2010.
- ^ "Barbizon Modeling and Acting School Alumni". Barbizonmodeling.com.
- ^ Lee, Michael J. (November 20, 2007). "Chelsea Staub on 'J.O.N.A.S!' (1)". Radiofree.com. Retrieved May 3, 2009.
- ^ Lee, Michael J. (November 20, 2007). "Chelsea Staub on 'J.O.N.A.S!' (2)". Radiofree.com. Retrieved May 3, 2009.
- ^ Sprinklepoponline.com
- ^ Weisman, Jon (March 5, 2012). "TV pilot casting eyes finish line". Variety. Retrieved September 3, 2015.
- ^ "Development Update: Friday, February 24". The Futon Critic. February 24, 2012. Retrieved September 17, 2013.
- ^ Gonzaelz, Sandra (May 11, 2013). "'Ravenswood': 'Beauty and the Beast sis nabbed as series regular". Entertainment Weekly. Retrieved May 10, 2013.
- ^ Campbell, Nick. "Pretty Little Liars "Grave New World" Review: Things to Do in Ravenswood When You're Dead". TV.com. Retrieved October 23, 2013.
- ^ Andreeva, Nellie (June 12, 2014). "Dascha Polanco Promoted To Regular On 'Orange Is The New Black', Nicole Gale Anderson On 'Beauty & The Beast'". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved September 3, 2015.
- ^ "Miranda Collins, played by Nicole Gale Anderson". ABC Family.
- ^ Nicole Anderson Paniagua (January 15, 2019). "I must admit- I never thought I'd have a wedding (hence the decision to elope last year!) But when our families expressed they wished they'd been there with us, we decided to do it over again..." Instagram. Archived from the original on December 24, 2021. Retrieved June 22, 2019.
- ^ Nicole Anderson Paniagua (July 11, 2020). "A week ago you came into my life and completely changed it for the better. I'm so grateful to be your mama, little one. #fullmoonbaby #charlotteharper". Instagram. Archived from the original on December 24, 2021. Retrieved August 9, 2020.
- ^ "2008 Pilot Season". The Hollywood Reporter. Associated Press. February 27, 2008. Retrieved May 6, 2017.
- ^ Weisman, Jon (January 25, 2011). "Viewers nice to 'Mean Girls 2,' making it top 2010-11 movie in 12-34 demo". Variety. Retrieved September 3, 2015.
- ^ Nededog, Jethro (August 15, 2011). "'Happy Endings': ABC Family's Megan Park and Nicole Gale Anderson to Guest Star". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved September 3, 2015.
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