Shelby Simmons
Shelby Simmons | |
|---|---|
| Occupation | Actress |
| Years active | 2017–present |
Shelby Simmons is an American actress. On television, she is known for her roles in the Netflix series Prince of Peoria (2018–2019) and the Disney Channel series Bunk'd (2019–2021, 2024). Her films include Stargirl (2020).
Early life
Simmons began acting in school plays at a young age, including a middle-school production of Shrek, in which she played Princess Fiona.[1]
Career
Simmons had her first main role as Sydney Quinn in the Netflix Prince of Peoria in 2018. Her character is described as a straight-A with a wild side.[2] She also played Natalie in the second season of the Disney Channel series Andi Mack.
In 2019, Simmons joined the main cast of Bunk'd on Disney Channel as Ava King for its fourth and fifth seasons, with a guest appearance in the show's series finale.[3] She reprised the role in Raven’s Home.[4]
Simmons featured in the 2020 films Stargirl on Disney+ as Hillari Kimble and Selfie Dad as Hannah Marcus.[1]
Simmons was cast as Sophia in One Stupid Thing in December 2023, based on the book of the same name.[5] She has an upcoming role in the interactive slasher film Slay Day.[6]
Personal life
Simmons is an active pet owner, owning a dog and a white rabbit. She is also a Christian.[7]
Filmography
| † | Denotes productions that have not yet been released |
Film
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Selfie Dad | Hannah Marcus | |
| 2020 | Stargirl | Hillari Kimble | Disney+ film |
| 2022 | Night at the Museum: Kahmunrah Rises Again | Mia | |
| 2025 | A Big Bold Beautiful Journey | Stage Manager | |
| 2025 | One Stupid Thing | Sophia | |
| 2026 | The Gates | Tiffany | |
| 2026 | Slay Day† | Renee | |
Television
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | Game Shakers | Shanelle | 1 episode |
| 2017 | The Bugaloos | Courage | Television film |
| 2018 | School of Rock | Jacqueline | 1 episode |
| 2018 | Andi Mack | Natalie | 3 episodes |
| 2018–2019 | Prince of Peoria | Sydney | Main Role |
| 2019–2021, 2024 | Bunk'd | Ava King | Main Role (Seasons 4–5) Guest star (Season 7) |
| 2019 | Henry Danger | Joss Moss | 1 episode |
| 2020 | Raven's Home | Ava King | 1 episode |
| 2022 | Snow Day | Claire | Television film |
References
- 1 2 Silva, Tiffany (2020-02-14). "SHELBY SIMMONS TO STAR IN UPCOMING DISNEY FILM, "STARGIRL"". BCK Online. Retrieved 2024-11-24.
- ↑ Petski, Denise (2018-04-02). "'The Prince Of Peoria': Gavin Lewis, Theodore Barnes, Shelby Simmons & Cynthia McWilliams Cast In Netflix Sitcom". Deadline. Retrieved 2024-11-25.
- ↑ Haring, Bruce (2019-03-18). "'Bunk'd' Adds Three New Cast Members For Season 4 On Disney Channel". Deadline. Retrieved 2024-11-24.
- ↑ "List of Raven's Home episodes", Wikipedia, 2024-10-29, retrieved 2024-11-25
- ↑ "'One Stupid Thing': Filming Begins On Linda Yellen And Traina Productions Suspense Thriller Starring Corey Fogelmanis, Jack Wright, Sky Katz, Shelby Simmons, And Alfredo Narciso". Deadline. 2023-12-12. Retrieved 2024-11-24.
- ↑ Maas, Jennifer (3 December 2025). "Audience-Controlled Interactive Slasher Movie 'Slay Day' Sets Fall 2026 Theatrical Run, Followed by Gaming Console Release (EXCLUSIVE)". Variety. Retrieved 24 March 2026.
- ↑ "Instagram". www.instagram.com. Retrieved 2024-11-24.