Alisha Wainwright

Alisha Wainwright is an American actress who has taken Hollywood by storm. Born on July 14, 1989, in Florida, Alisha Wainwright began her acting career after graduating from the University of Florida with a degree in botany. She attended the acting school at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and soon after began making a name for herself in the industry. Wainwright's first major role was in 2016 when she was cast as Maia Roberts in the Freeform television series, "Shadowhunters." The show was based on the book series "The Mortal Instruments" by Cassandra Clare and quickly became a fan favorite. Wainwright's portrayal of Maia Roberts, a werewolf who is a member of the New York City werewolf pack, was widely praised by audiences and critics alike. After "Shadowhunters," Wainwright began to make a name for herself in Hollywood. In 2018, she starred in the Netflix movie "The Last Summer," directed by William Bindley. Wainwright played the role of Erin, a high school senior who is about to enter college. The movie was a coming-of-age film that explored the relationships and experiences of a group of teenagers during their last summer before college. Wainwright's performance in the movie was praised for her ability to capture the emotions and feelings of the character. Following "The Last Summer," Wainwright continued to work on various film and television projects. In 2019, she starred in the Netflix drama series "Raising Dion," which was executive produced by Michael B. Jordan. The show followed a single mother (played by Wainwright) who tries to raise her son, Dion, after the sudden death of her husband. The show was well received by audiences and critics and showcased Wainwright's ability to tackle emotionally complex roles. In November 2019, Wainwright received widespread media attention for an incident that occurred while filming the movie "Palmer" in New Orleans. Photos were released of Wainwright and her co-star, Justin Timberlake, appearing to hold hands and get close. This sparked rumors and speculation that the two were having an affair. However, both Wainwright and Timberlake denied having an affair, and Timberlake publicly apologized to his wife for his behavior. Despite the controversy, Wainwright continued to focus on her work and her acting career. Looking ahead, Alisha Wainwright has several exciting projects lined up. She will star in the upcoming movie "Moxie" alongside Hadley Robinson and Patrick Schwarzenegger. The comedy-drama film is based on the book by Jennifer Mathieu and follows high school student Vivian (played by Robinson) as she starts a feminist revolution at her conservative high school. Wainwright will play the role of Amaya, a popular student at the school who becomes one of Vivian's allies. In addition to "Moxie," Wainwright will also be starring in the upcoming Netflix thriller series "Intrusion." The show follows a married couple (played by Freida Pinto and Logan Marshall-Green) who are the victims of a violent home invasion. Wainwright will play the role of Trellis, a mysterious woman with ties to the husband's past. Alisha Wainwright's talent and ability to tackle complex and emotional roles have established her as one of Hollywood's rising stars. Despite the controversy surrounding her, Wainwright has remained focused on her work and continues to push the boundaries of her craft. As she moves forward in her acting career, it will be exciting to see what new and exciting projects she takes on next.