Stacy Cunningham was born in Knoxville, Tennessee and raised in Texas, where her early childhood dreams of becoming an actress were nurtured. Her family was always involved in performing, with her sister singing, her dad playing the guitar, her little brother rapping, and Stacy delivering monologues.
Her father, a cardiovascular and thoracic surgeon, also had a secret talent - being one of the best bluegrass flat-pickers in the nation, despite only performing for his immediate family in a small studio above his garage. Stacy's mother, a registered nurse and talented chef, was a homemaker who chose to prioritize her family and home life over a career outside the home.
Growing up, Stacy was extremely active, participating in theater classics like "Annie," "Wizard of Oz," and "Cat on a Hot Tin Roof" at the Backdoor Theater, which became her second home in Texas. She also took dance classes, played piano and drums, and was part of the soccer and swimming teams, even holding the Texas state-title for backstroke. Despite her many activities, Stacy never imagined a life without being an actress.
When Stacy's family moved to Los Angeles during her high school years, she discovered Cal Arts, a concentrated world of art-making without the distractions of sororities, football, or jocks. She found a sense of purity in the school's focus on art and was accepted into the program after auditioning.
After graduating from high school, Stacy stayed in California for a year, working as a waitress, doing theater, and getting into trouble. She then auditioned for Cal Arts and was one of the six out of 27 acting students who graduated with their degrees.
Stacy's early career in the entertainment industry began with performances in various theater productions. She was hired for her first feature film, "Ghost of Spoon River" (2000),while in the middle of tech week in the theater. She went on to star in "The Reckoning" (2002),her first lead in a film, and has since appeared in numerous motion pictures, including "Carrots for Hare," "Ripple Effect," "Before Turning the Gun," "The Custodian," and "A New Finish."
Stacy's television credits include a series regular role on the comedy "As Seen on TV" (2005) and the comedy "Video Master Dating" (2006). Her eclectic stage work includes performances in classic plays like "The Tempest," "Salome," and "Uncle Vanya," as well as more contemporary works like "Hurly Burly" and "Cabaret."
In her spare time, Stacy continues to do theater and study with exceptional teachers, including Alan Vint, who has been a significant influence on her career.
