Lauren Hammersley (born January 8, 1981) is a Canadian actress. She is best known for her roles as Lisa Mason on the CBC Television sitcom Mr. D and Charmaine on the Netflix romantic drama Virgin River.
Early life
Hammersley was born in Campbell River, British Columbia in 1981.
She was raised in Surrey, British Columbia, Canada.
Career
Hammersley started acting at age 12 in an ad for Fantastic Sand Surprises. In addition to acting, she worked as a photographer until working full time as an actor on Mr. D. in 2012 where she played Lisa Mason: who over the eight seasons, moves from a competent and responsible teacher, to principal, to step mother and PTA member with a vengeance, to guidance counselor.
In 2016, Hammersley played Adele in eight episodes of Orphan Black. She later starred in Virgin River (2019–present) as Charmaine Roberts, and in 2023 portrayed Connie Boyle in Sullivan's Crossing.
Filmography
Film
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | Bloody Mary | Mary | |
| 2009 | Child Wild | Carmella Apples | Video |
| 2013 | Stag | Sarah | |
| 2023 | Christmas Island | Maggie Highes | Hallmark |
Television
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | John Doe | Officer Fitzmaurice | Episode: "Idaho" |
| 2011 | Single White Spenny | Brooke | Episode: "Open Relationship" |
| 2012–2018 | Mr. D | Lisa Mason | Main role |
| 2013 | Saving Hope | Ariel | Episode: "Defense" |
| 2016–17 | Orphan Black | Adele | Recurring role (seasons 4–5) |
| 2019–present | Virgin River | Charmaine Roberts | Main role (seasons 1–4); recurring (seasons 5-6) |
| 2023–present | Sullivan's Crossing | Connie Boyle | Recurring role |
References
- "Interview With Mr D'S Lauren Hammersley". Abbas Karimjee's Weblog. 2013-04-01. Retrieved 2023-12-22.
- P, Priyanka (2023-11-22). "Who is Virgin River Star Lauren Hammersley? Lauren Hammersley Age, and Career - News". Fresherslive. Retrieved 2023-12-22.
- "Lauren Hammersley – at Home Here in Nova Scotia « Sea and be Scene". Archived from the original on 2013-02-02. Retrieved 2012-08-01.
- Villery, Michelle (7 August 2015). "Exclusive Interview with Mr. D's Lauren Hammersley". Retrieved 2021-01-01.
- She is a functional trainwreck. BBC America. Event occurs at 1:55. Retrieved January 1, 2021.
- Pollock, Brooke (2023-01-12). "Virgin River's Charmaine star shares 'hardest' part of role". Express.co.uk. Retrieved 2023-03-05.
- "New CTV Original Drama SULLIVAN'S CROSSING Premieres March 19 - Bell Media". New CTV Original Drama SULLIVAN’S CROSSING Premieres March 19 - Bell Media. Retrieved 2023-03-05.
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