8.4
8.4
Twin Peaks
1989
as Shelly Johnson
Mädchen Amick
Also known as: Madchen Amick
Acting
Born:December 12, 1970(age 55)
Birthplace:Sparks, Nevada, USA
Nationality:United States
Education:Robert McQueen High School
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CommunityBiography
Mädchen Amick (born December 12, 1970) is an American actress who rose to prominence in the early 1990s. Her name "Mädchen" means "girl" in German, though she was born in Sparks, Nevada. Her most iconic role came in 1990 when David Lynch cast her as Shelly Johnson in the cult classic series "Twin Peaks." The waitress character became one of the show's most beloved roles, and Amick's performance helped launch her career. She appeared in both the original series (1990-1991) and the 2017 revival. Notable Works: "Twin Peaks" (1990-1991, 2017) as Shelly Johnson "Gilmore Girls" (2002-2003) as Sherry Tinsdale "ER" (2004-2005) as Wendall Meade "Witches of East End" (2013-2014) as Wendy Beauchamp "Riverdale" (2017-present) as Alice Cooper "American Horror Story: 1984" (2019) "Sleepwalkers" (1992) "Dream Lover" (1993) "Trapped in Paradise" (1994) She married David Alexis in 1992, and they have two children: Sylvester Time Alexis (born 1992) Mina Tobias Alexis (born 1993) She has been open about mental health awareness and advocacy, particularly after her daughter was diagnosed with bipolar disorder. She works to reduce stigma around mental health conditions and promote better understanding and support.
Filmography (36 movies)
8.1
8.1
Baywatch: Panic at Malibu Pier
1989
as Laurie
7.4
7.4
Secrets from Another Place: Creating Twin Peaks
2007
7.4
7.4
Twin Peaks: Fire Walk with Me
1992
as Shelly Johnson
6.9
6.9
A Slice of Lynch
2007
as Self
6.2
6.2
Dream Lover
1994
as Lena Mathers
6.0
6.0
Sleepwalkers
1992
as Tanya Robertson
6.0
6.0
Four Corners of Suburbia
2005
as Rachel Samson
6.0
6.0
The Hunted
1998
as Samantha Clark
6.0
6.0
Making I'm Dangerous Tonight
2022
as Herself
6.0
6.0
Reflections on the Phenomenon of Twin Peaks
2001
as Self
5.8
5.8
Priest
2011
as Shannon Pace
5.7
5.7
Don't Tell Her It's Me
1990
as Mandy
5.6
5.6
Trapped in Paradise
1994
as Sarah Collins
5.4
5.4
The Rats
2002
as Susan Costello
5.4
5.4
Scenes of the Crime
2002
as Carmen
5.4
5.4
Mr. Rock n Roll: The Alan Freed Story
1999
as Jackie McCoy
4.9
4.9
The Borrower
1991
as Megan
4.7
4.7
The List
2000
as Gabrielle Mitchell
4.5
4.5
French Exit
1995
as Zina
4.4
4.4
I'm Dangerous Tonight
1990
as Amy
4.4
4.4
Global Effect
2002
as Dr. Sera Levitt
4.3
4.3
Wounded
1997
as Julie Clayton
4.3
4.3
The Courtyard
1995
as Lauren
4.1
4.1
Love, Cheat & Steal
1993
as Lauren Harrington
4.0
4.0
Lies and Deception
2005
as Jean Brooks
3.8
3.8
Hangman
2001
as Grace Mitchell
3.7
3.7
Bombshell
1997
as Angeline
3.3
3.3
Heartless
1997
as Annie O'Keefe
3.0
3.0
Psychopath
1998
as Rachel Dwyer
2.8
2.8
Unanswered Prayers
2012
as Ava Andersson
1.0
1.0
Jury Duty: The Comedy
1990
as Miss Doddsworth
Postcards From The Cast
2001
as Self
Twin Peaks: The Phenomenon
2017
as Self
Pleading Guilty
2010
as Brushy
Fractured
2025
Director
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