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Riley VoelkelAmerican actress
Date of Birth: 26.04.1990
Country:  USA |
Content:
- Riley Voelkel: A Versatile Actress on the Rise
- Transition to Acting
- Breakthrough Role in "The Originals"
- Ongoing Success and Diverse Roles
- Personal Life
- Present and Future
Riley Voelkel: A Versatile Actress on the Rise
Early Life and Modeling CareerRiley Voelkel was born on April 26, 1990, in Elk Grove, California. She later moved with her family to Calgary, Alberta, Canada. While she initially aspired to pursue volleyball in college, a modeling scout spotted her and encouraged her to embark on a modeling career. Voelkel obliged and soon found herself working in the industry.
Transition to Acting
Voelkel's transition to acting was equally unexpected. She made her debut in David Fincher's Oscar-nominated biopic "The Social Network" (2010). This paved the way for several supporting roles in popular TV shows such as "The Mentalist," "American Horror Story," and "Newsroom," where she shared screen time with Jeff Daniels, Emily Mortimer, and Alison Pill.
Breakthrough Role in "The Originals"
A major turning point in Voelkel's career came with her portrayal of Freya Mikaelson, a bisexual witch, in "The Originals" (2013-2018). This role in the supernatural drama established her as a versatile actress capable of bringing complex characters to life. She shared the screen with Sebastian Roche, Sonja Sohn, Joseph Morgan, and Daniel Gillies.
Ongoing Success and Diverse Roles
Voelkel continued to showcase her range in the crime drama "Chicago Med" (2019), playing undercover police officer Milena Jovanovic. In 2020, she joined the cast of "Hightown" as exotic dancer Renee Shaw, a demanding role that highlighted her ability to portray multifaceted individuals. She also reprised her role as Freya Mikaelson in the spin-off series "Legacies" (2018-present).
Personal Life
Riley Voelkel has been in a relationship with film company founder Michael C. Robertson since 2016. The couple married in autumn 2023.
Present and Future
Voelkel's career continues to flourish with her return to "Hightown" in its third season (2024). She remains an in-demand actress with a promising future ahead of her.
