Stefanie von Pfetten

Stefanie von Pfetten

52 · Born: Nov 25, 1973

Personal Details

BornNov 25, 1973 Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Parents
  • Heidrun Reel
  • Baron Hermann von Pfetten

Biography

Stefanie von Pfetten, a multifaceted Canadian film and television actress of German heritage, has made a significant impact in the entertainment industry.

Born in Vancouver, British Columbia, Stefanie's early life took an unexpected turn when she ventured to Vienna, Austria, after completing high school. This international move marked the beginning of her cultural immersion and exposure to the world beyond her hometown.

Stefanie's passion for the arts led her to pursue a degree in Art history at the prestigious university in Munich, Bavaria. Her academic pursuits were complemented by a stint at Sotheby's in Vienna, where she gained valuable experience in the art world.

Eventually, Stefanie returned to her hometown of Vancouver, where she made the bold decision to pursue a career in acting. This marked the beginning of her journey as a professional actress, and she has since become known for her versatility and range.

Stefanie's most notable roles include "Lilly" in the sci-fi horror film Decoys (2004),Captain Marcia "Showboat" Case in the re-imagined Battlestar Galactica (2004) series, and a series lead as "Dr. Daniella Ridley" in CBC's Cracked (2013).

In addition to her professional endeavors, Stefanie dedicates time to coaching privately and honing her craft with the renowned Hollywood acting coach, Ivana Chubbuck.

Career

2023
When Calls the Heart
When Calls the Heart as Madeleine Saint John
2021
Dying for A Good Grade
Dying for A Good Grade as Jennifer Kerr
2018
2017
While You Were Dating
While You Were Dating as Julia Minterman
2015
Numb
Numb as Dawn
2014
Far from Home
Far from Home as Libby Wainscott
Happy Face Killer
Happy Face Killer as Diane Loftin
2013
Cracked
Cracked as Dr. Daniella Ridley
2012
Goodnight for Justice
Goodnight for Justice as Callie Donohue
2011
2010
Icarus
Icarus as Joey
2009
2008
Ba'al
Ba'al as Carol
2007
Termination Point
Termination Point as Claire Smith
Christmas Caper
Christmas Caper as Holly Barnes
2006
One Way
One Way as Judy Birk
2004
Decoys
Decoys as Lilly
Invitation
Invitation as Anne Prescott
Strange Frequency 2
Strange Frequency 2 as Nichole (segment 'Soul Man')
2002
Posers
Posers as Love
40 Days and 40 Nights
40 Days and 40 Nights as Girl in Chinatown
2001
Cabin Pressure
Cabin Pressure as Brandee Caulfield
2000
In the Name of the People
In the Name of the People as Stephanie Walker
1999
Y2K
Y2K as Flight Attendant