Biography

Ava Allan was born in Tarzana, California, and from an early age was drawn to the spotlight. At just five years old, she booked her first modeling job for Disney Magazine, leading to numerous magazine features, campaigns, and national commercials. Her acting debut came at age 10 with the recurring role of "Kid Amanda" on True Jackson VP. She then showcased her dramatic range on CBS's Criminal Minds: Suspect Behavior, working opposite Academy Award-winner Forest Whitaker. Ava went on to make a memorable impact as "Addison Derringer" in the final season of the hit Freeform series Pretty Little Liars, bringing drama and intrigue to both the show and its fandom. Ava went on to portray 'Daisy Jones' in the final season of Suits, delivering a standout performance opposite Gabriel Macht's Harvey Specter in a scene that quickly went viral. She is also widely recognized for her three-season run as "Jana" on CBS's Young Sheldon, playing the girlfriend of Georgie (Montana Jordan). Ava's latest project is in the feature film Busted playing "Penny", a role that challenged her to learn pole dancing for the part. When she's not on set, Ava stays active with boxing, enjoys time with family and friends, and loves being with her three dogs.
- IMDb mini biography by: Laura Ackermann