Samantha Hanratty

Birth Name:

Samantha Lynne Hanratty

Birth Place:

Scottsdale, Arizona, United States

Profession

Actress, Soundtrack

Has served as an advocate for Bullybust․org to encourage children to stand up to bullies
Has served as Star Powr Ambassador for the Starlight Children's Foundation
Was named in Variety's "Youth Impact Report 2009․"
Was nominated for a Young Artist Award for her role in the series "Pushing Daisies․"
Has supported the charity Smile Train and the Children Affected by AIDS Foundation
Quote: "[on acting] "It has to be your passion, completely․ It has to be what you want, not what someone else wants for you ․․․ If you love it, then you will have the most fun with it and it will not be work anymore, just the way of your life․""
Best known for her role on the series "Shameless․"

2007Young Artist Award - Best Performance in a TV Series (Comedy or Drama) - Guest Starring Young Actress:Nominated
2007Young Artist Award - Best Performance in a TV Movie, Miniseries or Special (Comedy or Drama) - Leading Young Actress:Nominated
2008Young Artist Award - Best Performance in a TV Series - Recurring Young Actress:Nominated
2018Best Supporting Actor - Best Supporting Actor:Nominated
2025Jury Award - Outstanding Drama Ensemble:Winner

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