The 2008 dance drama Step Up 2: The Streets generated a worldwide gross of $148,424,320, serving as the breakout project for Briana Evigan. Her portrayal of the lead character Andie West during the Baltimore-filmed production established her visibility within the American entertainment industry, eventually leading to a diverse body of work across dance, horror, and thriller genres.
Early Background and Dance Training
Born in Los Angeles in 1986, she is the daughter of actor Greg Evigan and Pamela C. Serpe, a model and dancer. She grew up with two siblings, Vanessa and Jason. Her formal dance training commenced at age nine. Alongside her film career, she has performed as a dancer in music videos for artists including Flo Rida, T-Pain, Linkin Park, and Enrique Iglesias. She also contributes to the group Moorish Idol as a vocalist and keyboardist.
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Following her success in dance films, she established a reputation as a scream queen through several projects. Her horror credits include S. Darko, Sorority Row, and Burning Bright, all released between 2009 and 2010. She portrayed Kelly Taylor in Burning Bright and appeared alongside Audrina Patridge and Rumer Willis in the $12,500,000-budgeted film Sorority Row. Her involvement in the genre extended to the 2012 release Mother's Day and the 2018 film River Runs Red.
Television and Independent Projects
Her television career includes a recurring role as Sonja Lam during the second season of From Dusk till Dawn: The Series in 2015. She also starred in the musical horror film The Devil's Carnival in 2012 and its 2016 sequel, Alleluia! The Devil's Carnival. In 2023, she collaborated with the South African brand Veldskoen Shoes to develop MoveMe Ranger boots.
Fast facts
- Born: 1986, Los Angeles
- Education: Los Angeles Valley College
- Breakout Role: Andie West, Step Up 2: The Streets
- Spouse: Damien Mander
- Musical Affiliation: Moorish Idol
- Award: 2008 MTV Movie Award for Best Kiss
- Notable Horror Role: Sonja Lam, From Dusk till Dawn: The Series
Questions readers ask
What is Briana Evigan's connection to the Step Up franchise?
She starred as Andie West in the 2008 film Step Up 2: The Streets and reprised the character for the 2014 sequel, Step Up: All In.
Has she worked in other creative fields besides acting?
Yes, she is a professional dancer and a musician who plays keyboards and sings for the group Moorish Idol.
Achievements
- Worked as actor, film actor and dancer
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