Shannon Elizabeth Quick Info | |
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Height | 5 ft 9 in |
Weight | 57 kg |
Date of Birth | September 7, 1973 |
Zodiac Sign | Virgo |
Eye Color | Dark Brown |
Shannon Elizabeth is an American actress, poker player, producer, voice artist, director, and former fashion model. She has been cast in movies like Catch a Christmas Star, Night of the Demons, Jay and Silent Bob Reboot, Marshall the Miracle Dog, The Outsider, Johnson Family Vacation, American Pie, American Pie 2, Scary Movie, Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back, A Green Story, Love Actually, The Crooked E: The Unshredded Truth About Enron, Cursed, Dish Dogs, Thirteen Ghosts, The Kid & I, Confessions of an American Bride, and American Reunion. Moreover, Shannon Elizabeth’s television roles include playing Brooke in the Fox period sitcom That ’70s Show, Tiffany Sherwood in the sitcom Cuts, Anita in the ABC Family sitcom Melissa & Joey, Jo in the USA Network crime drama series Pacific Blue, Sondra Lomax in The Twilight Zone, Candee (voice) in the animated sitcom King of the Hill, and Cherry Valence in the supernatural comedy-drama television series G vs E.
Born Name
Shannon Elizabeth Fadal
Nick Name
Angel Elizabeth
Sun Sign
Virgo
Born Place
Houston, Texas, United States
Nationality
Education
Shannon completed her schooling at Waco High School, TX in 1991.
Occupation
Actress, Poker Player, Producer, Voice Artist, Director, Former Fashion Model
Family
- Father – Syrian/Lebanese Father
- Mother – English Mother
- Siblings – Tamsen Fadal (Cousin)
- Others – Toufic William Fadal (Paternal Grandfather), Louise Basila (Paternal Grandmother), Marvin Austin Abbott (Maternal Grandfather), LaVerna/LaVerne Carter (Maternal Grandmother)
Manager
Shannon Elizabeth has been signed with –
- Ganesh Productions, Inc., Production Company, Los Angeles, California, United States
- Artist and Brand Management, Talent Management Company, Los Angeles, California, United States
Net Worth
In 2020, her net worth was $7 Million according to CelebrityNetWorth.com.
Build
Slim
Height
5 ft 9 in or 175 cm
Weight
57 kg or 125 pounds
Boyfriend / Spouse
Shannon Elizabeth has dated –
- Joseph D. Reitman (1992-2005) – Shannon and American actor, writer, film producer, and director Joseph had been dating since 1992. They got married after ten years of their courtship in 2002. The couple divorced after three years in 2005.
- Enrique Iglesias (2000-2001) – She met Enrique during his show where he was to perform Hero. Later Shannon was also cast in Enrique’s music video Be With You as his love interest. A year later the affair was called off.
- Mark Philippoussis (2007-2008) – Shannon started dating the former Australian tennis player Mark Philippoussis in 2007. She met the tennis champ during a vacation, not to forget that Shannon once aspired to be a pro in the game too. The duo parted ways in early 2008.
- Derek Hough (2008-2009) – Shannon was one of the stars in the American dance reality show Dancing with the Stars Season 6 in 2008. Choreographer Derek Hough (American professional Latin and ballroom dancer) was Shannon’s partner and they finished 6th on the show. Shannon started dating Derek in 2008 following her elimination from the show. They split up after a year of dating each other.
- Russell Simmons (2014)
Race / Ethnicity
White
Shannon Elizabeth is of Lebanese descent on her father’s side and has English, Irish, and German roots on her mother’s side.
Hair Color
Dark Brown
Eye Color
Dark Brown
Sexual Orientation
Straight
Distinctive Features
Hourglass figure
Measurements
37-25-35 in or 94-64-89 cm
Dress Size
6 (US)
Bra Size
34C
Shoe Size
10 (US) or 7.5 (UK) or 40.5 (EU)
Brand Endorsements
She did print ads for Nautica Jeans Company denim wear (2000).
Best Known For
Shannon is most acclaimed for her role in the comedy movie American Pie (1999) as Nadia, for which she became the ultimate sex symbol in the US.
Some other movies are Scary Movie (2000), Jay And Silent Bob Strike Back (2001), Thirteen Ghosts (2001), and Night of the Demons (2010).
First Film
Shannon made her debut with a small appearance in the American Horror Comedy film Jack Frost in 1997.
First TV Show
In the TV series Arliss (American situation comedy), Shannon made an appearance in Anya Slovachek episode Crossing the Line in 1996.
Personal Trainer
Shannon is counted among the topmost best-figure celebrities. She’s got an hourglass figure and is very ardent with her exercise routine. She takes Cardio Barre classes for a whole workout – arms, legs, abs, etc. Shannon is also an avid follower of yoga. She also does light weightlifting.
She believes in an active lifestyle and healthy eating, but Shannon is not too strict on having a diet regime. She eats brussels sprouts, broccoli, oatmeal with nuts and berries, dark green kale salad, and tomatoes. Shannon meditates for an hour to de-stress.
Shannon Elizabeth Favorite Things
- Actor – Gary Oldman
- Actress – Michelle Pfeiffer
- Dessert – Ice-cream
- Snack – Cookies
- Musical Bands – Prodigy
Source – IMDb, TV.com
Shannon Elizabeth FactsÂ
- Shannon is a vegan.
- She co-founded the foundation Animal Avengers, a non-profit animal rescue organization, with her ex-husband Joseph Reitman.
- She is a propagator of environment preservation.
- Shannon was voted on number 8th spot as the Sexiest Female Movie Star in 2002 by Australian Empire Magazine.
- She owns a jewelry line called Shansen Jewelry along with her cousin Tamsen Fadal, who is a TV reporter for CBS, New York City.
- She spent her childhood under lower financial conditions at home.
- Shannon Elizabeth was ranked 29th on Maxim Magazine Hot 100 list of 2008.
- She is a leading celebrity poker player. She played in the 2005 World Series of Poker under the guidance of Daniel Negreanu. In January 2006, Shannon won a special tournament celebrating the opening of a new poker room at Caesars Palace hotel, beating 83 professional players including some celebrities too for $55,000.
- During her school, Shannon was very much inclined to take up tennis as a career but later chose to model and then decided to do films.
- Shannon has appeared in music videos like Next 2 You Chris Brown (2011) and Gone (And We Dance) by Portuguese band Lulla Bye (2008).
- Shannon was featured as Miss January on Maxim Uncut (2001) 15 months Calendar.
- After the 9/11 attack, Shannon made a public statement that she is half Arabian, but a hundred percent American.
- She has 8 pet dogs.