Biography

Lauren Whelan DeYenno is an actress, model and fitness trainer born in Philadelphia, PA. Lauren trained in ballet, jazz, modern dance and piano at a young age and has a love for the performing arts and all things creative.

She attended Bennington College in Vermont for Drama and Dance, and performed a lead role in Lee Blessing's "Independence: A Play in Two Acts". Lauren also attended Drexel University in Philadelphia, PA where she studied Film and Video. As part of The Drexel Players student theatre organization, Lauren performed in various productions at the Mandell Theater in Philadelphia including the role of "Cynthia" in Tom Stoppard's "The Real Inspector Hound".

Lauren interned at both The Walnut Street Theatre in Philadelphia, PA and in the Lighting and Post Production departments at QVC Studios in West Chester, PA, working behind the scenes of a 24/7 live television production.

Lauren joined QVC Studios in Communications and while there, acted in several commercial spots for on-air products.

Lauren is a highly versatile actress and a multifaceted person. Her talents include singing, abstract painting, playing guitar and piano. She is also a certified fitness trainer and skilled at running, rock climbing, dancing, roller skating, ice skating and weight training.

Lauren was most recently the Stand-in for Milla Jovovich on the feature film "Breathe" as well as a Featured Extra in the film "Audrey's Children" playing the role of Lily's Mom.
- IMDb mini biography by: Lauren DeYenno