Crystal Reed Explained

Crystal Reed
Birth Name:Crystal Marie Reed
Birth Date:6 February 1985
Birth Place:Detroit, Michigan, U.S.
Occupation:Actress
Years Active:2010–present
Partner:Darren McMullen (2013–2019)

Crystal Marie Reed (born February 6, 1985)[1] [2] is an American actress. She came to prominence playing Allison Argent in the series Teen Wolf (2011–2014).[3] She departed the series after the third season but made a guest appearance in the fifth season as Allison's ancestor Marie-Jeanne Valet. Reed went on to reprise her role as Allison Argent in the reunion film (2023).

Reed played Sofia Falcone in the fourth season of Gotham (2017–2018) and the lead role of Abby Arcane in the series Swamp Thing (2019). She has also appeared in the films Skyline (2010), Crush (2013), Too Late (2015) and Ghostland (2018).

Early life and education

Reed was born and raised in Detroit, to Polish and Native American parents.[4] She has one older brother named Corey. Reed was raised in a conservative Catholic family, though she has also stated that she attended a Baptist church growing up and did not enjoy it. "I absolutely hated it and I knew that I would never fit in," Reed said.[5]

She graduated from Roseville High School in 2003.[6] Reed studied dance from an early age and was a dance captain in high school. She was an active member of her local community theatre and starred in the musicals Annie, Fiddler on the Roof and Grease. She attended Wayne State University and was a part of the Bachelor of Fine Arts program, but left the program when she questioned whether it was the right fit for her.[7] "I auditioned for the prestigious BFA conservatory program," she said. "They were very strict about the methods of acting, very particular about how we do things and I started questioning whether or not it was the right place for me, and whether or not [one] truly needed a degree to be an artist." She moved to Chicago and appeared in a number of local productions. In December 2008, she moved to Hollywood to pursue a screen career.

Career

In 2010, she guest starred in , , Rizzoli & Isles and The Hard Times of RJ Berger.She played Allison Argent in the MTV series Teen Wolf. Before the third season of the series, Reed wanted to move on from the show, do different things and explore other areas of film creatively. She approached executive producer of the show, Jeff Davis, who supported her decision. Reed left the show in March 2014 in the form of Allison Argent's death at the end of the third season.[8] [9] Reed also stated that her desire to leave the show had to do with the difference in age to her character. Reed was 29 years old playing a 17-year-old by the end of season three.[10] She appeared in the February 23, 2016, episode, "The Maid of Gévaudan" as the first Argent werewolf hunter Marie-Jeanne Valet.[11] [12] While promoting Gotham, Reed said that she would love to be a part of a reboot or spin-off of Teen Wolf.[13]

Reed's film credits include Skyline and Crazy, Stupid, Love.[14] She starred in the horror film Ghostland, written and directed by French filmmaker Pascal Laugier.[15] The film was first released in France on March 14, 2018.

On July 22, 2017, Reed was cast in the fourth season of the Fox television series Gotham as Sofia Falcone, the daughter of Carmine Falcone. The fourth season of Gotham premiered on September 21, 2017.[16] Reed's portrayal of Falcone is the first time the comic-book character has been in a television show or movie.[17]

On September 6, 2018, it was reported that Reed had been cast in the lead of the DC Universe television series Swamp Thing. She portrayed Abby Arcane, a smart and caring CDC doctor who returns to her hometown in Louisiana and investigates what seems to be a deadly swamp-born virus but soon discovers that the swamp holds mystical and terrifying secrets.[18] Swamp Thing premiered on May 31, 2019.

In September 2021, it was announced that a reunion film for Teen Wolf had been ordered by Paramount+, with Jeff Davis returning as a screenwriter and executive producer of the film. The majority of the original cast members, including Reed, were set to reprise their roles.[19] [20] The film was released on January 26, 2023.

Personal life

Reed has said she moved out of her hometown because it "was completely small-minded and not accepting of things that I'm accepting of."[21]

Reed campaigned for Hillary Clinton leading up to the 2016 United States presidential election.[22]

Reed lists golf as one of her hobbies when she is not acting.[23]

Filmography

Film

YearTitleRoleNotes
2010SkylineDenise
2011Crazy, Stupid, Love.Amy Johnson
2012JewtopiaRebecca Ogin
2013CrushBessDirect-to-video film
2015Too LateDorothy Mahler
2018GhostlandElizabeth "Beth" Keller
2022 Ellen [24]
2023Allison Argent

Television

YearTitleRoleNotes
2010JulieEpisode: "Lost & Found"
Jules RodayEpisode: "Damned If You Do"
The Hard Times of RJ BergerReneeEpisode: "The Berger Cometh"
Rizzoli & IslesNatalieEpisode: "She Works Hard for the Money"
2011Drop Dead DivaAliEpisode: "He Said, She Said"
2011–2014, 2016Teen Wolf Allison ArgentMain role (seasons 1–3)
Marie-Jeanne ValetEpisode: "Maid of Gévaudan"
2017–2018GothamSofia FalconeMain role (season 4)
2019Swamp ThingAbby ArcaneMain role

Awards and nominations

Year Awards Category Work Result
2011Teen Choice AwardsChoice Summer TV Star – FemaleTeen Wolf
Choice TV Actress: Fantasy/Sci-FiTeen Wolf
2012 Teen Choice AwardsChoice Summer TV Star – FemaleTeen Wolf
2013 Best Ensemble (shared with Tyler Posey, Dylan O'Brien, Tyler Hoechlin, and Holland Roden)Teen Wolf[25]

Notes and References

  1. CrystalmReed. 299341424682479618. @ColtonLHaynes @MTVteenwolf I miss you. Can I borrow you back today? on my bday ?! huh huh?! :0). October 25, 2021. February 6, 2013. Reed. Crystal.
  2. Joan Rivers (Host), Crystal Reed (Guest) . Fashion Police . TV . E! Entertainment Television . August 2, 2013 .
  3. Web site: Tyler Posey and Crystal Reed Exclusive Interview TEEN WOLF (MTV's Reboot Airing in 2011) . Collider . October 19, 2010 . January 7, 2015.
  4. Web site: Rocca . Jane . What I know about women: Darren McMullen . Sydney Morning Herald . August 22, 2019 . August 25, 2016.
  5. Web site: "Teen Wolf"'s Crystal Reed: "Nothing Infuriates Me More Than Small-Minded People" . Thebacklot.com . Michael Jensen . August 15, 2011 . January 8, 2015.
  6. Web site: My First Job: 'Teen Wolf's' Crystal Reed. Alexandra. Cheney. Wall Street Journal . June 15, 2011. September 3, 2011.
  7. News: Crystal Reed, horror fan turned 'Wolf' lover. Philippine Daily Inquirer. Oliver M. Pulumbarit. July 16, 2011.
  8. 'Teen Wolf' post-mortem: [spoiler] talks about leaving the show -- EXCLUSIVE ]. Sandra Gonzalez . Entertainment Weekly . March 17, 2014 . January 7, 2015.
  9. Web site: Teen Wolf's Latest Victim Speaks Out: Why I Asked To Leave the Show . Andy Swift . Tvline.com . March 18, 2014 . January 7, 2015.
  10. Teen Wolf Costars Crystal Reed, Daniel Sharman Break Up. June 28, 2013. US Weekly. September 7, 2018.
  11. Web site: Wiest . Brianna . Crystal Reed Is Returning to 'Teen Wolf', and You’ll Never Guess What Character She’s Playing . . 6 July 2024 . 8 January 2016.
  12. Web site: 'Teen Wolf': Crystal Reed Returning In Flashback — Season 5B Spoilers. Andy Swift. TVLine. January 7, 2016.
  13. Web site: Crystal Reed Would Love to Do a Teen Wolf Spin-Off. TV Guide. October 12, 2017. September 7, 2018.
  14. http://www.muchmusic.com/tv/teenwolf/crystal.aspx Teen Wolf Cast Bios - Crystal Reed
  15. Web site: NEWS[Review] Pascal Laugier's Incident in a Ghostland is Problematic Shock Value in a Half-Baked Story ]. Bloody Disgusting . June 22, 2018 . October 25, 2021.
  16. Web site: Comic-Con: 'The Expanse' Taps 'Lost' Alum Elizabeth Mitchell For Recurring Role, Unveils New Trailer . July 22, 2017 . Deadline . en-US . July 23, 2017.
  17. Web site: 'Gotham': Get a First Look at Gordon's Potential New Love Interest . . 6 July 2024 . en.
  18. Web site: Andreeva . Nellie . ‘Swamp Thing’: Crystal Reed To Star As Abby Arcane In DC Universe Series . Deadline . 6 July 2024 . 6 September 2018.
  19. Web site: Otterson . Joe . September 24, 2021 . Teen Wolf Revival Movie Set at Paramount Plus as Creator Jeff Davis Inks MTV Entertainment Studios Overall Deal (EXCLUSIVE) . September 24, 2021 . Variety.
  20. Web site: Teen Wolf Movie: Tyler Hoechlin Set to Return for Paramount+ Revival . Ausiello . Michael . May 13, 2022 . . May 13, 2022.
  21. Web site: 'Teen Wolf's Crystal Reed: 'Nothing Infuriates Me More Than Small-Minded People'. September 7, 2018.
  22. crystalmreed. 770412361081458688. En route to Oklahoma to for @HillaryClinton We're stronger together! #ImWithHer. August 29, 2016. October 25, 2021. Crystal. Reed.
  23. crystalmreed. 687079793750192128. I play a golf and spend loads of time with the people that matter the most to me. #AskCrystal. Crystal. Reed. October 25, 2021. January 12, 2016.
  24. Web site: Grobar. Matt. 2021-07-28. 'Joel Courtney & Crystal Reed To Star In 'Pinball' Film From Austin And Meredith Bragg'. 2022-10-08. Deadline. en-US.
  25. Web site: Kit Harington: 'Horribly Humble and Insanely British' at Young Hollywood Awards. August 2, 2013. Tepper. Allegra. April 2, 2018. Variety.