Amanda Wyss, a talented actress born and raised in Manhattan Beach, California, began her career in the entertainment industry with a standout performance as Rhoda Penmark in a production of "The Bad Seed" at an LA theater. Her early success led to a string of commercials and guest starring roles in popular television shows such as Buck Rogers in the 25th Century and When the Whistle Blows.
Wyss's impressive work on the ABC After School Special She Drinks a Little earned her a Best Young Artist award, and she went on to share the stage with Eva Marie Saint in the stage production of "The Country Girl". The actress's talent and versatility caught the attention of major motion picture studios, leading to roles in successful films such as Fast Times at Ridgemont High, A Nightmare on Elm Street, Better Off Dead, Silverado, and the award-winning indie film Powwow Highway.
Throughout her career, Wyss has worked extensively in television, with recurring roles on popular shows like Cheers, St. Elsewhere, Cagney & Lacey, Highlander, and more recently, CSI: Crime Scene Investigation, Dexter, Murder in the First, and All Rise. Her numerous guest starring roles have solidified her status as a talented and versatile actress.
Wyss has received critical acclaim for her performances in various films and television shows. She was awarded Best Actress honors at the Santa Monica International Film Festival for her chilling performance in the horror film Oct 23rd. She also starred alongside genre favorites in the Syfy Channel original movie The Sandman, produced by the legendary Stan Lee, and delivered a critically acclaimed performance in the award-winning drama The Id.
In recent years, Wyss has made a successful return to westerns with her award-winning turn in the film Badland. Her impressive body of work is a testament to her dedication to her craft and her ability to adapt to a wide range of roles and genres.
