Born in 1978 in Honolulu, Hawaii, Shannyn Sossamon is an American actress, dancer, model, and musician. After completing high school, she moved to Los Angeles, California, to study dance. However, her path took a turn when she began modeling and appearing in television commercials. This marked the beginning of her career in the entertainment industry.
Sossamon gained recognition for her roles in a variety of independent and mainstream films. She earned critical acclaim for her performance in Wristcutters: A Love Story, a romantic fantasy based on the novella Pizzeria Kamikaze, which tells the story of a posthumous world for people who have died by suicide. The film received a cult following for its inventive narrative and stylistic approach.
She also appeared in horror films such as One Missed Call, an American adaptation of the Japanese original, which earned her a Teen Choice Award nomination. In 2015, she starred in Sinister 2, adding another supernatural thriller to her résumé. Sossamon's other notable roles include appearances in independent projects like Road to Nowhere, Life Is Hot in Cracktown, and The End of Love, which further showcased her range as an actress.
In addition to acting, Shannyn Sossamon is also a talented musician. She was a founding member of the band Warpaint, contributing as a drummer and vocalist in the group’s early stages. Her involvement in Warpaint highlighted her diverse artistic abilities and enriched her creative portfolio.
Sossamon is the mother of two children. While she has maintained a relatively private personal life, she has been linked to illustrator and author Dallas Clayton, who is believed to be the father of her children. Despite past relationships with public figures, including actor Tygh Runyan, Sossamon remains unmarried and continues to value her independence and individuality.
| Birth Date: | 3 Oct, 1978 |
| Age: | 41 yrs |
| Citizenship: | United States of America |
| Birth Place: | Honolulu |
| residence: | Los Angeles |
| Gender: | Female |
| Description: | American actress and musician |
| Twitter Id: | ShanSossamon |
| Net Worth 2021: | 3 million |
