Heather Elizabeth Morris Biography

Fast Facts

• Was a member of the cast of "Glee" that won the GLAAD Media Special Recognition Award
• Graduated from Desert Mountain High School in Scottsdale, Arizona
• After winning a spot on TV's "So You Think You Can Dance" in 2006, she moved to L․A․, where she auditioned and became one of Beyoncé's back-up dancers for her world tour in 2007․ She eventually landed small roles on TV before teaching "Glee" stars how to do the "Single Ladies" dance, which led her to meet the show's co-creator
• Quote: "(On preferring a normal life over fame) "I'd rather just be like a dork and think its fun․․․and not have anybody care․""
• Actress, singer, dancer and model best known for her role as Brittany Pierce from TV's "Glee․"
• Attended Arizona State University for two semesters before moving to L․A․ to pursue a career in the arts
• Was crowned Homecoming Queen
• In 2007 and 2008, was a back-up dancer for pop, R&B star Beyoncé Knowles