Actor / Director Profile

Rachel Melvin graduated from Mountain Pointe High School in Phoenix, Arizona in 2003 before moving to Los Angeles to pursue a career in entertainment.In just a few short months, she began booking various roles in television and feature films, starting with her debut performance as Meg in the independent horror film "Boo". After guest star appearances in the then WB's "Jack and Bobby" and "Summerland", as well as on ABC's "8 Simple Rules", Rachel booked a contract role playing Chelsea Brady on NBC's "Days of Our Lives".Following two consecutive Daytime Emmy nominations for the Outstanding Younger Actress category, Rachel left the world of soaps in May 2009 after four years, to pursue other acting opportunities.Since then she has appeared on NBC's "Heroes" as Annie, Claire's (Hayden Panitierre) college roommate, and can be seen in the Lifetime Movie Network's original mini series "7 Deadly Sins".When not working, Rachel spends her days in Los Angeles where she resides with her Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Murphy. When not acting she devotes most of her time to dancing and singing. She also makes it a priority to remain active in her support and contribution to two charities very important and close to her: The American Diabetes Association and Samantha's Friends. She hopes to eventually write a children's book where the proceeds go to both of these organizations.