Abigail Spencer

Abigail Spencer

44 · Born: Aug 4, 1981

Personal Details

Official Socials
Height5' 4"
BornAug 4, 1981 Gulf Breeze, Florida, USA
Parents
  • Lydia Ann Spencer (Brown)
  • Yancy Bailey Spencer III
Relatives
  • Sterling Spencer (Sibling)
  • Yancy Bailey IV (Half Sibling)

Biography

Abigail Spencer is a multifaceted actress, writer, and producer who has made a significant impact in the entertainment industry. Born to shine, she has effortlessly transitioned between the big and small screens, captivating audiences with her versatility and talent.

Her breakthrough role came in Sam Raimi's Oz the Great and Powerful (2013),a prequel to the beloved classic The Wizard of Oz (1939),alongside an impressive ensemble cast including James Franco, Mila Kunis, Rachel Weisz, and Michelle Williams.

Spencer's impressive resume also includes her starring role in the Sundance Channel's first scripted series, Rectify (2013),a critically acclaimed show that explores the complexities of life, love, and redemption. In the series, she plays the lead character, "Daniel Holden," who must rebuild his life after serving 19 years on Georgia's Death Row before DNA evidence calls his conviction into question.

In addition to her television work, Spencer has appeared in several films, including Kilimanjaro (2013),opposite Brian Geraghty, and reprised her role as "Annie" in the online series, "Burning Love" on YouTube, which received a second and third season pickup. She has also made guest appearances on the hit USA show, Suits (2011),and the Adult Swim series, Childrens Hospital (2008).

As a screenwriter and producer, Spencer is in development on Wrong Number, with James Franco producing through his "RabbitBandini Productions" banner. She will also star in the indie romantic comedy directed by AnnaRose King. Furthermore, Spencer co-wrote, with Lauren McBrayer Miller, the television series "Teach," which was purchased by ABC Family and explores the lives of high-school teachers.

Spencer's impressive filmography also includes starring roles in Curtis Hanson's Chasing Mavericks (2012),opposite Gerard Butler, and McG's This Means War (2012). She has also appeared in Jon Favreau's Cowboys & Aliens (2011) and made a memorable guest appearance on AMC's award-winning and critically acclaimed original series Mad Men (2007),as Don Draper's latest love interest and his daughter's school teacher.

With her impressive range and dedication to her craft, Abigail Spencer is undoubtedly a rising star in Hollywood, and her future projects are eagerly anticipated by fans and critics alike.

Career

2023
Extended Family
Extended Family as Julia Mariano
2021
Rebel
Rebel as Dr. Misha Nelson
2019
Reprisal
Reprisal as Doris Dearie / Katherine Harlow
2018
Buttons, A New Musical Film
Buttons, A New Musical Film as Annabelle (Adult)
2017
2016
Timeless
Timeless as Lucy Preston
2015
H8RZ
H8RZ as Laura Sedgewick
True Detective
True Detective as Gena Brune
2014
The Forger
The Forger as DEA Agent Catherine Paisley
Kilimanjaro
Kilimanjaro as Yvonne
Rectify
Rectify as Amantha Holden
Suits
Suits as Dana Scott
2012
Chasing Mavericks
Chasing Mavericks as Brenda Hesson
2011
2010
2009
Mad Men
Mad Men as Suzanne Farrell
2007
Jekyll
Jekyll as Talia Carew
2006
Angela's Eyes
Angela's Eyes as Angela Clinton
2005
2003
2001