Tiffani Thiessen

Tiffani Thiessen is widely recognized for her work on the iconic '90s TV shows "Saved by the Bell" and "Beverly Hills 90210." After starting her career credited as Tiffani-Amber Thiessen, she later shortened her name as she transitioned into more mature roles in television and film. Her early fame was solidified with her role as Kelly Kapowski on "Saved by the Bell," which she played from 1989 to 1993, subsequently shaping a wholesome image early in her career.

Thiessen's career took a turn towards more complex roles when she joined the cast of "Beverly Hills 90210" in 1994, portraying the scheming Valerie Malone. Apart from her work on these teen dramas, Thiessen has appeared in a significant number of TV movies and guest spots on various sitcoms, moving into feature films in the late '90s with roles in "Love Stinks," "The Ladies Man," and "Shriek If You Know What I Did Last Friday the 13th." Her foray into mainstream cinema included a role in "Hollywood Ending" directed by Woody Allen in 2002. That same year, she starred in the series "Fastlane," which blended action and drama under the direction of McGinty Nichol.

Thiessen's television career continued to flourish as she played Elizabeth Burke in the hit series "White Collar" on the USA Network from 2009 to 2014. Afterward, she ventured into hosting, creating, and producing the Cooking Channel's "Dinner at Tiffani's" in 2015, showcasing her passion for cooking and entertaining. More recently, she has hosted "Deliciousness" on MTV, a comedic food-themed series, and starred in the Emmy-nominated Netflix sitcom "Alexa & Katie."

Thiessen has also authored cookbooks titled "Pull Up a Chair," published in 2018, and the upcoming "Here We Go Again," set for release in September 2023. Moreover, she has been involved in campaigns for several Fortune 500 brands, leveraging her celebrity status to influence a wide audience. Her directorial debut came with the short film "Just Pray," which garnered accolades at the Rhode Island Film Festival, an Academy Award-qualifying event.

Throughout her diverse career, Thiessen has shown a remarkable ability to evolve and adapt, securing her place as a versatile and enduring figure in the entertainment industry.