Jane Levy is an American actress recognized for her dynamic performances across television and film. Born on December 29, 1989, she began her professional acting career after studying at the Stella Adler Studio of Acting. Her breakout role came as Mandy Milkovich in the first season of Shameless (2011), but she soon departed the series to star as Tessa Altman in the critically acclaimed ABC sitcom Suburgatory (2011–2014), showcasing her comedic timing and leading lady potential.
Levy’s career took a darker turn with her successful collaboration with director Fede Álvarez, starring in the horror hits Evil Dead (2013) and Don’t Breathe (2016), which solidified her status as a modern scream queen with serious dramatic range. She continued exploring varied roles on television, including appearances in There’s… Johnny! (2017) and Castle Rock (2018), and led the Netflix psychological thriller What/If (2019).
In 2020, Levy earned widespread acclaim for her performance in the NBC musical dramedy Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist, where she portrayed Zoey Clarke, a woman who hears people’s innermost thoughts through elaborate musical numbers. Her heartfelt and nuanced portrayal earned her a Golden Globe nomination and further established her as a compelling and versatile presence in contemporary entertainment.
