Emily Anne Ashby is a talented American actress with a rich family background. As the niece of renowned Olympic decathlete Dave Johnson, who won the bronze medal at the 1992 Olympics, Emily's entry into the acting world was almost inevitable.
Her early start in the industry came with a memorable role in the 1992 Reebok ad campaign "Dan and Dave", which featured her uncle and actor Dan O'Brien. This exposure laid the foundation for her future endeavors in the world of entertainment.
In her academic pursuits, Emily focused on theater, participating in various theatrical productions and studying film and fashion design. These diverse interests have undoubtedly contributed to her well-rounded artistic abilities.
Emily's professional acting career began with appearances in Lifetime's "Jingle Belle" (2018) and the TV series "Dwight in Shining Armor" (2018). She then made her feature film debut in "American Murder", released by Saban Films, and took on the leading role of Kaitlin in the feature film "10/31 Part III" in 2020, which premiered on Tubi.
Emily's subsequent roles include a small part in the Apple TV series "Physical" and a supporting lead role as Autumn in the upcoming film "Zombie Strain", scheduled for release in 2024. Additionally, she has landed another supporting lead role as Maria in the action-packed film "Kangaroo Kids", starring Branscombe Richmond, which premiered on Sunnstream in December 2023.
In 2024, Emily appeared as Amanda in the Tubi Original film "Chapel". With her impressive range and versatility, Emily Anne Ashby is undoubtedly an actress to watch in the years to come.
