Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Janel Parrish
Discover the career path of Janel Parrish, from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.
Janel Meilani Parrish is an American actress and singer recognized for her roles in popular productions. She is best known for portraying Mona Vanderwaal in the television series Pretty Little Liars and its spin-off, as well as Margot Covey in the To All the Boys film series. Parrish's career began early with a role as Young Cosette in the Broadway production of Les Misérables and includes the film Bratz. In 2023, she achieved third place on The Masked Singer. Additionally, she frequently stars in Hallmark movies, showcasing her versatility as an actress.
1996: Portrayed Young Cosette in Les Misérables
In 1996, Janel Parrish portrayed Young Cosette in the Broadway production of "Les Misérables".
1998: Portrayed Scout Finch in To Kill a Mockingbird
In 1998, Janel Parrish portrayed Jean Louise "Scout" Finch in Manoa Valley Theatre's revival of "To Kill a Mockingbird".
1999: First Television Role in Baywatch
In 1999, Janel Parrish landed her first television role in NBC's "Baywatch", appearing in two episodes as Hina.
2000: Featured in Geppetto
In 2000, Janel Parrish was featured as Natalie in Disney's live-action television film "Geppetto".
2003: Appeared in Star Search remake
In 2003, at age 14, Janel Parrish appeared in the remake of Star Search, performing the song "On My Own" from Les Misérables.
May 2007: Signed with William Morris Agency
In May 2007, shortly before the release of Bratz, Janel Parrish was signed to the William Morris Agency.
July 7, 2007: Released First Single Rainy Day
On July 7, 2007, Janel Parrish released her first single, "Rainy Day", which she wrote herself.
2007: Played Jade in Bratz
In 2007, Janel Parrish portrayed Jade in the teen comedy film "Bratz".
2010: Starred in Pretty Little Liars
In 2010, Janel Parrish began starring as Mona Vanderwaal in the TV-show "Pretty Little Liars".
February 2012: Returned to Stage in Spring Awakening
In February 2012, Janel Parrish returned to her stage roots in a production of the musical "Spring Awakening", portraying Anna and understudying the lead role.
March 2012: Promoted to Series Regular in Pretty Little Liars
In March 2012, Janel Parrish was promoted to a series regular for the third season of "Pretty Little Liars".
March 2014: Served as Judge at Celebrity Prom Event
In March 2014, Janel Parrish served as a special guest judge at the annual Camille La Vie & Group USA and Seventeen's "Celebrity Prom" event.
August 2014: Competed on Dancing with the Stars
In August 2014, Janel Parrish was announced as a contestant on the 19th season of "Dancing with the Stars", paired with Valentin Chmerkovskiy, and reached the finale, placing third.
2014: Starred in High School Possession
In 2014, Janel Parrish led the cast of the Lifetime thriller film "High School Possession" as Lauren Brady.
April 2015: Released Heart Made of Stone and Senseless
In April 2015, Janel Parrish released two songs, "Heart Made of Stone" and "Senseless", both of which she co-wrote with Vince Pizzinga.
November 2017: Portrayed Sandy Dumbrowski in Grease
In November 2017, Janel Parrish began portraying Sandy Dumbrowski in a Toronto production of "Grease", alongside Katie Findlay.
October 2018: Appeared in Anti-Bullying PSA
In October 2018, Janel Parrish appeared in an anti-bullying public service announcement for Disney and ABC’s #ChooseKindness campaign with Sasha Pieterse for National Bullying Prevention Month.
2018: Starred in To All the Boys series
In 2018, Janel Parrish started playing Margot Covey in the film series "To All the Boys".
March 20, 2019: Premier of Pretty Little Liars: The Perfectionists
On March 20, 2019, Janel Parrish reprised her role as Mona Vanderwaal in "Pretty Little Liars: The Perfectionists" when the show premiered on Freeform.
May 22, 2019: Conclusion of Pretty Little Liars: The Perfectionists
On May 22, 2019, "Pretty Little Liars: The Perfectionists" concluded.
2019: Starred in Pretty Little Liars: The Perfectionists
In 2019, Janel Parrish starred as Mona Vanderwaal in "Pretty Little Liars: The Perfectionists", the spin-off of Pretty Little Liars.
2020: Starred in Holly and Ivy
In 2020, Janel Parrish starred in the Hallmark movie "Holly and Ivy".
2023: Competed in The Masked Singer
In 2023, Janel Parrish competed as "Gazelle" in season ten of "The Masked Singer" and finished in third place.
2024: Starred in Sugarplummed and Haunted Wedding
In 2024, Janel Parrish starred in the Hallmark movies "Sugarplummed" and "Haunted Wedding".
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