Biography

Shannyn Sossamon's credits include the upcoming films "Wristcutters: A Love Story," "The Heavy," "One Missed Call" and "Life Is Hot In Cracktown." She has also appeared in "40 Days and 40 Nights," "The Order," "A Knight's Tale," "The Rules of Attraction," "The Holiday," "Kiss Kiss Bang Bang," "Chasing Ghosts" and "Undiscovered." Her television credits include "Law & Order: SVU" and "Dirt." Born in Honolulu, Hawaii, Sossamon was raised in Reno, Nevada. After moving to Los Angeles to pursue a dancing career, Sossamon was spotted by a casting director while DJ-ing at a party and turned her energy toward acting. In her spare time, Sossamon enjoys photography and writing music. Her birth date is October 3.