Troian Bellisario launched her screen career at age three with an appearance in Last Rites, a project helmed by her father, producer Donald P. Bellisario. Raised in Los Angeles by parents active in the television industry, she transitioned from early child roles into a multifaceted career encompassing acting, screenwriting, directing, and film production across various media formats.
Formative Years and Education
Born in 1985, Bellisario attended Campbell Hall School in Studio City through the twelfth grade. She briefly enrolled at Vassar College before withdrawing to address personal mental health challenges. She later pursued formal training at the University of Southern California, graduating from the USC School of Dramatic Arts with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in 2009.
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Her professional trajectory gained momentum during the 2010s, marked by a lead role in the long-running series Pretty Little Liars, which aired from 2010 to 2017. Her television background also includes the web series Lauren and the drama film Sister Cities. In 2016, she expanded her creative reach behind the camera by directing an episode of Pretty Little Liars. Her later television credits include appearances in Stumptown and the 2025 procedural series On Call.
Feature Film Contributions
Bellisario has cultivated a body of work in independent and feature films, including roles in C.O.G., Clara, and Where'd You Go, Bernadette. In 2017, she expanded her professional portfolio by writing, producing, and starring in the feature film Feed, a project reflecting her own experiences with an eating disorder. Other film work includes the 2022 comedy Doula, which featured her in a central role.
Personal Life and Collaborations
She married actor Patrick J. Adams in 2016 in Santa Barbara. The couple, who met during the 2009 stage production Equivocation, have appeared together in several projects, including the television series Suits, the movie Clara, and the short film We Are Here. They are parents to three daughters.
Fast facts
- Born: 1985, Los Angeles
- Education: USC School of Dramatic Arts
- Notable TV Series: Pretty Little Liars
- Spouse: Patrick J. Adams
- Year of Marriage: 2016
- Children: Aurora, Elliot, and Imogen
- Directorial Debut: Pretty Little Liars (2016)
Questions readers ask
What is Troian Bellisario's background in film production?
Beyond acting, she has written, produced, and directed projects, including the feature film Feed and television episodes.
Which educational institutions did she attend?
She attended Campbell Hall School, Vassar College for a short duration, and graduated from the University of Southern California.
Achievements
- Notable work: Pretty Little Liars
- Educated at University of Southern California, USC School of Dramatic Arts and Campbell Hall School
- Worked as actor, television actor and film actor
