Mary Elise Hayden's journey in the world of acting began after she graduated from The Alexander W. Dreyfoos High School of the Arts in theater, located in West Palm Beach, Florida. She then furthered her education by attending The New York Film Academy to study film. During her high school years, Hayden already had a taste of the spotlight, performing stand-up comedy at the LA Improv in Los Angeles and appearing in notable productions such as Jesus Christ Superstar and Tommy as a member of The Palm Beach Principal Players.
As Hayden transitioned to her first major stints in Los Angeles, she secured a supporting role in the film Popstar, starring Aaron Carter, and even managed to punk Carmello Anthony on MTV's Punk'd. Her recurring roles on popular TV shows like 10 Things I Hate About You and Ravenswood, as well as a guest role on Longmire, showcased her versatility as an actress.
In addition to her television appearances, Hayden has also made a name for herself in the film industry, taking on title leads in feature films like Kathy T and We Are The Mods, both of which earned her Audience Choice Awards. She also landed a pilot lead for 20th Century Fox & Imagine Entertainment, working alongside renowned producers Ron Howard and Brian Grazer.
Hayden's impressive resume also includes her portrayal of Kate Middleton's sister Pippa in Lifetime's William & Kate, Eric Roberts' daughter in Cartoon Tiger, and the enigmatic figure in Andrew Huang's Slamdance Award-Winning Experimental Short Solipsist. Furthermore, she has appeared in over 40 music videos, often taking on lead roles for prominent musicians. When she's not acting, Hayden enjoys singing and playing multiple instruments.
Hayden is currently represented by the Metropolitan Talent Agency in Los Angeles, California, and managed by cc crown, mgt., also based in Los Angeles.
