Michaela McManus is a renowned American actress, celebrated for her captivating portrayals of complex characters in various television shows and films. Her impressive resume includes notable roles such as Lindsey Strauss on One Tree Hill, A.D.A. Kim Greylek on Law & Order: Special Victims Unit, and Grace Karn on the NBC drama Aquarius.
Born in Warwick, Rhode Island, McManus is the daughter of James "Jim" and Patricia McManus, and she grew up in Warwick, Kent County, Rhode Island. She graduated from Fordham University and later attended NYU's graduate acting program before deciding to pursue her career in Los Angeles.
In 2008, McManus joined the cast of One Tree Hill, playing the role of Lindsey Strauss, the love interest of Lucas Scott. Her performance on the show earned her recognition and led to subsequent guest roles on CSI: NY and Law & Order: Special Victims Unit. She was announced as a series regular on SVU, playing the role of Assistant District Attorney Kim Greylek, but was abruptly written out of the show in the middle of season ten.
Despite this setback, McManus continued to appear in various television shows and films, including Castle, CSI: Miami, The Vampire Diaries, Hawaii Five-0, and other projects. She also appeared in the music video 'Glad You Came' by The Wanted and had starring roles in the NBC series Awake and Aquarius.
In addition to her television work, McManus has had supporting roles in SEAL Team and The Orville, and appeared in the short-lived NBC series The Village. Her personal life is also marked by her marriage to writer/producer Mike Daniels, with whom she has two children, Gabriel October Daniels and Declan Griffith Daniels.
Throughout her career, McManus has demonstrated her versatility as an actress, taking on a wide range of roles and genres. Her dedication to her craft and her ability to bring complex characters to life have made her a beloved figure in the entertainment industry.
