Lisa Masters was born in Omaha, Nebraska, but her childhood and formative years were spent in Asheville, North Carolina, where she initially pursued a career in news reporting after graduating from Appalachian State University's esteemed Broadcasting program with a minor in Modern Dance.
Following her academic achievements, Lisa relocated to New York City, where she explored modeling opportunities with Ford Models while concurrently attending Columbia University's Graduate School of Journalism to earn her Master's Degree. However, her professional trajectory took an unexpected turn when she was cast as a reporter in the 1998 film "The Siege," directed by Edward Zwick. Although her scenes were ultimately edited out of the final cut, this experience instilled a newfound passion for acting within her, prompting her to abandon her news journalism aspirations and instead focus on her burgeoning acting career.
Throughout her acting journey, Lisa has appeared in over 30 television commercials, as well as a diverse range of films, including "The Stepford Wives" (2004) and "Blumenthal" (2013),alongside Laila Robins. Her television credits include notable roles in "Law & Order: Criminal Intent" (2001),"Law & Order: Special Victims Unit" (1999),and "Gossip Girl" (2007).
In addition to her formal training at the renowned Lee Strasberg Theatre & Film Institute, Lisa has also honed her acting skills through intensive study with The Barrow Group in New York City, under the guidance of Lee Brock and Seth Barrish, as well as improvisation techniques with Gary Austin, the original director of The Groundlings, a legendary sketch comedy theater and incubator for many Saturday Night Live (1975) alumni.
Lisa's versatility as an actress has led to her being cast in a wide range of roles, from elegant and powerful female characters to quirky comedic parts. Her notable performances include appearances in "Ugly Betty" (2006),the indie film "Blumenthal" (2013),and the off-Broadway comedy "All In The Timing: The Universal Language," which premiered at The Connely Theater as a benefit for the Victims of 9/11.
