AnnaLynne McCord

AnnaLynne McCord is an actress, writer, director, and activist known for her work in television, film, and advocacy. McCord gained recognition on television for her roles as Eden Lord on the FX series "Nip/Tuck" and Loren Wakefield on the MyNetworkTV telenovela "American Heiress." Her early film credits include appearances in the action feature "Transporter 2" and the thriller "Day of the Dead."

McCord starred in the CW series "90210," portraying Naomi Clark. Initially conceived as a supporting character, Clark became central to the series, with McCord's performance receiving attention from outlets such as Los Angeles Times, Entertainment Weekly, and People magazine. For her work on "90210," McCord earned nominations and awards, including a Teen Choice Award nomination, the Hollywood Life Young Hollywood Superstar of Tomorrow award, and a Breakthrough of the Year Award for standout performance.

In film, McCord played a disturbed teenager in "Excision," a role that earned her Best Actress at the Malaga International Week of Fantastic Cinema and recognition at the Fangoria Chainsaw Awards. Her television credits also include appearances on "Dallas" on TNT, "Stalker" on CBS, and "Secrets & Lies" on ABC. McCord has continued to take on complex roles in projects such as "Days of Our Lives" on Peacock, "Dante's Hotel," and "Condition of Return."

Beyond acting, McCord is an advocate for issues including sexual assault, human trafficking, and mental health. She serves as president of Together1Heart, an organization supporting women and children affected by human trafficking and sexualized violence, and has received a U.S. Congressional Honor for her anti-trafficking work. McCord has publicly discussed her diagnosis of dissociative identity disorder and works to raise awareness about mental health.

McCord has spoken at the United Nations for the UN Women for Peace Association and has been involved with the NO MORE Campaign. She has addressed audiences at the Oxford Union and as a TEDx speaker, focusing on topics such as sexualized violence, anti-domestic abuse, and mental slavery. Her spoken word video, "Dear Mr. President," addressed trauma and empathy, further highlighting her commitment to social change.