Crystal Reed (born February 6, 1985) is an American actress and former model. She is best known for her portrayal of Allison Argent in the MTV supernatural drama series Teen Wolf (2011–2013).
Early life and education
- Birthplace: Detroit, Michigan, United States.
- Raised in Farmington Hills, Michigan.
- Attended the Interlochen Center for the Arts, a boarding school specializing in the performing arts.
- Earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in drama from Boston University’s College of Fine Arts.
- Completed further training at the Oxford School of Drama in England.
Career
Television
- Early guest appearances included roles on Gossip Girl (2009) and Law & Order: Special Victims Unit (2010).
- Gained mainstream recognition as Allison Argent, a central character in Teen Wolf (Season 1–4, 2011–2013).
- Starred as Detective Jamie McIntyre in the CBS crime drama The Blacklist: Redemption (2017).
- Played a lead role in the NBC series The Brave (2017–2018).
Film
- Featured in the independent horror film The Last Exorcism Part II (2013).
- Appeared in A Walk Among the Tombstones (2014) and The Lears (2017).
- Starred in the romantic drama The Last Bride (2020).
Other work
- Modeled for several fashion brands before focusing full‑time on acting.
Personal life
- Married actor Darren Criss on September 9, 2020. The couple met while both were attending the 2016 musical theater production of The Rocky Horror Picture Show in Los Angeles.
Recognition
- While she has not received major industry awards, Reed’s performance on Teen Wolf was highlighted by fans and critics for adding depth to the series’ supernatural narrative.
Filmography (selected)
| Year | Title | Role | Medium |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | Gossip Girl | Mary Jane | TV (guest) |
| 2011–2013 | Teen Wolf | Allison Argent | TV (series regular) |
| 2013 | The Last Exorcism Part II | Mary | Film |
| 2014 | A Walk Among the Tombstones | Detective Liza | Film |
| 2017 | The Blacklist: Redemption | Detective Jamie McIntyre | TV (recurring) |
| 2017–2018 | The Brave | Captain Maya Stiles | TV (lead) |
| 2020 | The Last Bride | Maya | Film |
References
- Birth and education details are recorded in public biographical sources such as the Internet Movie Database (IMDb) and reputable entertainment news outlets.
- Television and film credits are documented in industry databases and network press releases.
- Marriage information confirmed by statements released by the couple and reported in major news publications.
