Sarah Michelle Gellar
- Born:
- April 14, 1977, New York City, New York, USA
- Nationality:
- American
- Profession(s):
- Actress, Producer, Entrepreneur
Early Life and Education
- Began acting at the age of four, discovered by an agent in a local restaurant.
- Attended Professional Children's School in New York City.
- Won a Young Artist Award in 1992 for her role in the television film An Invasion of Privacy.
Career and Major Achievements
- Gained widespread recognition for her portrayal of Buffy Summers in the television series Buffy the Vampire Slayer (1997-2003).
- Won a Daytime Emmy Award for Outstanding Younger Actress in a Drama Series for her role in All My Children (1995).
- Established herself as a prominent actress in both television and film.
- Became a successful entrepreneur with the launch of Foodstirs, a baking mix company.
Notable Works
Filmography
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 1997 | I Know What You Did Last Summer | Helen Shivers |
| 1999 | Cruel Intentions | Kathryn Merteuil |
| 2002 | Scooby-Doo | Daphne Blake |
| 2004 | Scooby-Doo 2: Monsters Unleashed | Daphne Blake |
| 2006 | The Return | Joanna Mills |
Television
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 1993-1995 | All My Children | Kendal Hart |
| 1997-2003 | Buffy the Vampire Slayer | Buffy Summers |
| 2011 | Ringer | Bridget Kelly / Siobhan Martin |
| 2019 | Robot Chicken | Various Voices |
Legacy and Impact
The impact of Sarah Michelle Gellar on popular culture is significant, particularly through her iconic role as Buffy Summers, which redefined the portrayal of female protagonists in television. Her work continues to inspire and influence contemporary media. This biography on sarah michelle gellar serves as a record of her accomplishments.