History of Chyler Leigh in Timeline
Chyler Leigh is an American actress, singer, and model known for diverse roles across film and television. She gained recognition as Janey Briggs in the parody film "Not Another Teen Movie." Leigh achieved wider fame portraying Lexie Grey in the long-running medical drama "Grey's Anatomy." She further solidified her career with the role of Alex Danvers in the superhero series "Supergirl," and currently stars as Katherine "Kat" Landry in the Hallmark drama "The Way Home." Her career showcases a range from comedic to dramatic roles in both film and television.
April 10, 1982: Chyler Leigh's Birth
Chyler Leigh was born on April 10, 1982.
1997: Acting Debut
Chyler Leigh made her acting debut in the film "Kickboxing Academy" in 1997.
1999: Move to Los Angeles
In 1999, Chyler Leigh and her mother moved to Los Angeles to further her acting career.
2000: Working with Nathan West on 7th Heaven
Chyler Leigh and Nathan West worked together on the series "7th Heaven" in 2000.
2001: Film Debut and Music Video Appearance
In 2001, Chyler Leigh landed a lead role in "Not Another Teen Movie" and appeared in Marilyn Manson's music video for "Tainted Love".
2002: Television Roles and Maxim Hot 100
In 2002, Chyler Leigh was cast in "Girls Club" and "That '80s Show", and was ranked #65 on the Maxim Hot 100 Women list.
2003: Birth of First Child
Chyler Leigh and Nathan West's first child, a son, was born in 2003.
September 2005: Joining Reunion
In September 2005, Chyler Leigh joined the cast of the television show "Reunion".
2006: Birth of Second Child
Chyler Leigh and Nathan West's second child, a daughter, was born in 2006.
2007: Grey's Anatomy Debut
Chyler Leigh joined the cast of "Grey's Anatomy" as Lexie Grey in 2007.
2009: Birth of Third Child
Chyler Leigh and Nathan West's third child, a daughter, was born in 2009.
2012: Departure from Grey's Anatomy
Chyler Leigh's character, Lexie Grey, was written off of "Grey's Anatomy" in 2012.
2015: Supergirl Debut and Song Release
Chyler Leigh premiered as Alex Danvers in "Supergirl" in 2015. She and her husband also wrote the song "Love Lit The Sky".
2015: "Love Lit The Sky" Release
In 2015, Chyler Leigh and Nathan West wrote and released "Love Lit The Sky".
June 18, 2017: "Spirit of Samba" Release
On June 18, 2017, the single "Spirit of Samba" by Laurent Voulzy, featuring Chyler Leigh, was released.
2017: "Nowhere" Release
Chyler Leigh and Nathan West released the single "Nowhere" on Valentine's Day 2017.
2019: Bipolar Disorder Diagnosis Reveal
In 2019, Chyler Leigh publicly revealed her bipolar disorder diagnosis.
October 14, 2020: COVID-19 Experience Shared
On October 14, 2020, Chyler Leigh shared her experience with COVID-19 in an online article.
2020: Statement on Supergirl Character's Coming-Out
Chyler Leigh published a statement regarding her connection with her character's coming-out scene in "Supergirl" in 2020.
April 2021: Grey's Anatomy Guest Appearance
Chyler Leigh made a guest appearance on "Grey's Anatomy" in April 2021.
2021: Directorial Debut
Chyler Leigh made her directorial debut with the "Supergirl" episode "Prom Again!" in 2021.
2021: Return to Grey's Anatomy and Supergirl Finale
In 2021, Chyler Leigh briefly returned to "Grey's Anatomy" and concluded her role as Alex Danvers in "Supergirl".
2023: The Way Home Premiere
"The Way Home", starring Chyler Leigh, premiered in 2023.
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