Sarah Michelle Gellar

Sarah Michelle Gellar, born on April 14, 1977, in New York City, began her acting career at an early age, making her debut in the television film An Invasion of Privacy (1983). Her early work included a leading role on the teen drama series Swans Crossing (1992), followed by her breakthrough as Kendall Hart on the daytime soap opera All My Children (1993–1995), a performance that earned her a Daytime Emmy Award.

Gellar gained widespread recognition for her portrayal of Buffy Summers on the television series Buffy the Vampire Slayer (1997–2003), a role that brought her several awards and nominations. Over the years, she has appeared in a variety of films such as I Know What You Did Last Summer (1997), Scream 2 (1997), Cruel Intentions (1999), Scooby-Doo (2002), and The Grudge (2004), showcasing her versatility across genres.

Her television work extends beyond Buffy, with leading roles in shows like Ringer (2011–2012), The Crazy Ones (2013–2014), and the Paramount+ series Wolf Pack (since 2023). Gellar has also lent her voice to animated series including Robot Chicken and Masters of the Universe: Revelation. Outside of acting, she ventured into business by co-founding the e-commerce startup Foodstirs in 2015 and published a cookbook in 2017.

Known for bringing strength and complexity to her characters, particularly within the horror genre, Gellar has maintained a presence in the entertainment industry for over four decades. She continues to engage with her audience, including over five million followers on Instagram as of March 2026.