Shannon Elizabeth Biography

Fast Facts

• Founded the animal rescue organization Animal Avengers in 2001
• Considered a professional tennis career while she was in high school, but ended up modeling instead
• Quote: "There are too many extremely talented people in this world that just don't get the opportunity to share their gift․ If I happen to find a diamond in the rough, I'll do anything within my power to help it shine!"
• Quote: "[On making mistakes] "We need the challenging times in our lives to grow as people and push us to limits we didn't even know we could go to, make it though or return from․ Embrace the pain and see the lesson in everything․ It's always there․ It's just up to us to recognize it․""
• Known for her role in the film "American Pie․"
• Founded Ganesh Productions, Inc․, in 2010 to help up and coming filmmakers start their careers
• Cited her favorite actor as Gary Oldman and her favorite actress as Michelle Pfeiffer
• Has played poker against poker professionals and other celebrities in high profile tournaments
• Trained in the fighting tactic of Krav Maga