Nicole Gale Anderson (born August 29, 1990) is an American actress. She is best known for her role as Heather Chandler on

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''. She is also known for her roles as Macy Misa in the

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'' and as Kelly Parker and Miranda Collins respectively on the

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'' and '' Ravenswood''.

Early life

Anderson was born in

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. Her father is an American who served as a Commander in the

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, and her mother is of

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ethnicity. As a child, she won national gymnastics competitions, but retired due to injuries. Anderson was awarded a

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at age 13. She then began to study acting and attending auditions. She landed several print ads and television commercials, including Mary-Kate & Ashley Online Clothing, Every Girl, Stand Up, and

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Pretty 'n' Punk & Treasures.

Career

She auditioned for the role of Stella in the television series ''

'', but actress

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ended up winning the role. After the series plot changed, producers decided to create a best friend for Stella and offered Anderson the role of Macy. Anderson was added to the cast of the television series ''

'' in March 2012, playing the recurring role of Heather Chandler, Catherine's (

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) younger sister. In May 2013, it was announced that Anderson had joined '' Ravenswood'', a ''

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'' spin-off, as Miranda Collins, a foster kid, who relies on her wits to cover her emotional scars. Prior to appearing in ''Ravenswood'', Anderson appeared in the ''Pretty Little Liars'' episode "Grave New World", introducing her character, Miranda Collins. After the cancellation of ''Ravenswood'', Anderson returned for the third season of ''Beauty & the Beast'' as a regular cast member.

Philanthropy

Anderson served as the first international spokesperson for

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Youth Safety Smart program and has participated in

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Personal life

In January 2018, Anderson married Roberto Paniagua. They have a daughter born July 2020.

Filmography

Film

Television

Music videos

References

External links

* {{DEFAULTSORT:Anderson, Nicole Gale 1990 births Living people 21st-century American actresses Actresses from Indiana Female models from Indiana American child actresses American film actresses American television actresses American actresses of Filipino descent People from Rochester, Indiana Gymnasts from Indiana