Elizabeth Scopel
- Actress
Elizabeth Scopel (aka El Scopel) is an American actor recognized for their role as Sarah Fier in the 2021 Netflix Fear Street trilogy. Scopel hails from Huntingtown, Maryland, and is the child of Donald K. Scopel and Ann Kathryn Scopel, with an older brother and a younger sister. They completed a bachelor's degree in drama at Vassar College in 2014, where they also worked as a research assistant.
Scopel began their onscreen career with a minor role in the 2010 short film Local Hero. Their television debut came in 2017 with the series Grave Secrets, portraying the character Noni. They subsequently appeared in various films and TV shows, including Half-Empty (2019), Chicago Med, and FBI: Most Wanted. Their breakthrough came with the Netflix Fear Street trilogy, where they portrayed Sarah Fier across the three films, a role that significantly raised their profile in the entertainment industry.
Beyond acting, Scopel's work includes theater performances, as documented on their official website, reflecting a foundation in stagecraft. They identify as non-binary and use they/them pronouns. Scopel's performances have contributed to the resurgence of horror genre interest on streaming platforms, particularly through their portrayal of a complex character rooted in historical and supernatural themes. Their career trajectory illustrates a steady progression from supporting roles to prominent parts in mainstream productions, marking them as a notable emerging talent in contemporary American cinema. As of recent reports, Scopel resides in New York and continues to develop their career in acting.
Scopel began their onscreen career with a minor role in the 2010 short film Local Hero. Their television debut came in 2017 with the series Grave Secrets, portraying the character Noni. They subsequently appeared in various films and TV shows, including Half-Empty (2019), Chicago Med, and FBI: Most Wanted. Their breakthrough came with the Netflix Fear Street trilogy, where they portrayed Sarah Fier across the three films, a role that significantly raised their profile in the entertainment industry.
Beyond acting, Scopel's work includes theater performances, as documented on their official website, reflecting a foundation in stagecraft. They identify as non-binary and use they/them pronouns. Scopel's performances have contributed to the resurgence of horror genre interest on streaming platforms, particularly through their portrayal of a complex character rooted in historical and supernatural themes. Their career trajectory illustrates a steady progression from supporting roles to prominent parts in mainstream productions, marking them as a notable emerging talent in contemporary American cinema. As of recent reports, Scopel resides in New York and continues to develop their career in acting.
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