Olesya Yurivna Rulina, a talented Russian-American actress, initially made her mark on the small screen in the year 2001, marking the beginning of a long and illustrious career. Following this initial foray, she went on to secure a plethora of roles, each one showcasing her remarkable versatility as a performer. However, it is her role as Kelsi Nielsen in all three films of the iconic High School Musical franchise that has cemented her place in the hearts of audiences worldwide. In addition to her work on the High School Musical trilogy, Rulina has also appeared in a diverse range of films, including "Private Valentine: Blonde & Dangerous" (2008),"Flying By" (2009),"Expecting Mary" (2010),and "Family Weekend" (2013),further solidifying her reputation as a talented and accomplished actress.
Personal Details
Official Socials
BornMar 17, 1986 Moscow, RSFSR, USSR [now Russia]
Parents
- Natalia Rulinskaya
- Yuriy Rulinsky
Relatives
- Daniil Rulin (Sibling)
Biography
Career
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2023

Black Bags as Tess
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2021

NCIS: Los Angeles as Zasha Gagarin
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2018

Devious Nanny as Amber
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2015

Powers as Calista
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2013

Family Weekend as Emily Smith-Dungy
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2012

A Thousand Cuts as Melanie
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2011

Apart as Emily Gates
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Drop Dead Diva as Mia Dalton
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2010

Expecting Mary as Mary
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The Mentalist as Sam Starks
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2009

Flying By as Ellie
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2008

Private Valentine: Blonde & Dangerous as Private Petrovich
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High School Musical 3: Senior Year as Kelsi Nielson
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Forever Strong as Emily's Friend
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2007

American Pastime as Cathy Reyes
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The Dance as Cameron's Ex-Best Girlfriend
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High School Musical 2 as Kelsi Nielsen
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2006

High School Musical as Kelsi Nielsen
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Vampire Chicks with Chainsaws as Sariah
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2005

Mobsters and Mormons as Julie Jaymes
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Urban Legends: Bloody Mary as Mindy
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2004

Halloweentown High as Natalie the Pink Troll
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2001

Hounded as Girl #1
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The Poof Point as Annie
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2015