Mädchen Amick
Known for
Mädchen Amick is an American actress born in Sparks, Nevada, who broke through as Shelly Johnson, a waitress entangled in the town's central mystery, in David Lynch's groundbreaking series 'Twin Peaks', a role she later reprised in the 2017 revival. She found a new generation of fans playing Alice Cooper, the controlling mother of Betty, on the teen drama 'Riverdale'. Amick has built a career spanning more than three decades across cult television and mainstream drama. She remains closely identified with two era-defining television mysteries decades apart.
Mädchen Amick
17 Movies
31 Series
Mädchen Amick is an American actress born in Sparks, Nevada, who broke through as Shelly Johnson, a waitress entangled in the town's central mystery, in David Lynch's groundbreaking series 'Twin Peaks', a role she later reprised in the 2017 revival. She found a new generation of fans playing Alice Cooper, the controlling mother of Betty, on the teen drama 'Riverdale'. Amick has built a career spanning more than three decades across cult television and mainstream drama. She remains closely identified with two era-defining television mysteries decades apart.
Movies
Plays Lena Mathers
Dream Lover
1993
Plays Shannon Pace
Priest
2011
Plays Shelly Johnson
Twin Peaks: Fire Walk with Me
1992
Plays Tanya Robertson
Sleepwalkers
1992
Plays Shelly Johnson
Twin Peaks
1989
Plays Sarah Collins
Trapped in Paradise
1994
Plays Shelly Johnson
Twin Peaks: The Missing Pieces
2014
Plays Megan
The Borrower
1991
Plays Mandy
Don't Tell Her It's Me
1990
Director
Fractured
2025
Plays Gabrielle Mitchell
The List
2000
Plays Carmen
Scenes of the Crime
2002
Plays Julie Clayton
Wounded
1997
Plays Angeline
Bombshell
1997
Plays Zina
French Exit
1995
Plays Rachel Dwyer
Psychopath
1998
Plays Dr. Sera Levitt
Global Effect
2002
TV Shows
Director
Plays Alice Cooper
Riverdale
2017
Plays Shelly Johnson
Twin Peaks
1990
Plays Wendy Beauchamp
Witches of East End
2013
Plays Allison
Freddie
2005
Plays Ariel
Fantasy Island
1998
Plays Wendall Meade
ER
1994
Plays Angie Spivey
My Own Worst Enemy
2008
Plays Janie Jones
Californication
2007
Plays Sara
Joey
2004
Plays Danielle Marchetti
Damages
2007
Plays Catherine Beaton
Gossip Girl
2007
Plays Vivian Guttman
Kidnapped
2006
Plays Sherry Tinsdale
Gilmore Girls
2000
Plays Mrs. Ellison
American Horror Story
2011
Plays Natalie Holden
Viva Laughlin
2007
Plays Deena
Longmire
2012
Plays Greer Sheridan
Ringer
2011
Plays Celeste 'CeCe' Royce
Ed
2000
Plays Alissa Goodwyn
Law & Order
1990
Plays Jacqueline Medeiros
Psych
2006
Plays Selena Thomas
White Collar
2009
Plays Mindy Meyers
Political Animals
2012
Plays Laurie Harris
Baywatch
1989
Plays Teenage Girl
Star Trek: The Next Generation
1987
Plays Trina
Fallen Angels
1993
Plays Andrea Rhodes
Mad Men
2007
Plays Lisa Salinger
Queens Supreme
2003
Plays Mom
Love
2016
Plays Susan Campbell
In Plain Sight
2008
Director
Plays Alicia Ramati
Brilliant Minds
2024
Latest Trailers
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Twin Peaks: The Missing Pieces
Full Filmography
Fractured
Director
2025
Film
Brilliant Minds
Alicia Ramati · Director · 1 episode
2024–
TV
Riverdale
Alice Cooper · Director · 137 episodes
2017–
TV
Love
Mom · 1 episode
2016–
TV
Twin Peaks: The Missing Pieces
Shelly Johnson
2014
Film
Witches of East End
Wendy Beauchamp · 23 episodes
2013–
TV
Psych
Jacqueline Medeiros · 1 episode
2011–2012
TV
Political Animals
Mindy Meyers · 1 episode
2012–
TV
Longmire
Deena · 2 episodes
2012–
TV
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old is Mädchen Amick and where are they from?
Mädchen Amick is 55 years old, born on December 12, 1970 in Sparks, Nevada, USA.
What are the most famous roles of Mädchen Amick?
Mädchen Amick is best known for roles in Priest, Twin Peaks: Fire Walk with Me, Twin Peaks.
How many movies has Mädchen Amick been in?
Over a 37-year career (since 1989), Mädchen Amick has appeared in 17 movies and 31 TV shows.
What was Mädchen Amick's first movie?
The career of Mädchen Amick began with Baywatch: Panic at Malibu Pier (1989).
What is Mädchen Amick's most recent movie or series?
Mädchen Amick's most recent release is Brilliant Minds, which premiered on September 23, 2024.
What TV shows has Mädchen Amick appeared in?
On television, Mädchen Amick has appeared in Riverdale, American Horror Story, Twin Peaks, Gossip Girl.
Mädchen Amick
1970-12-12 · Sparks, Nevada, USA
Mädchen Amick (born December 12, 1970) is an American actress who rose to prominence in the early 1990s. Her name "Mädchen" means "girl" in German, though she was born in Sparks, Nevada. Her most iconic role came in 1990 when David Lynch cast her as Shelly Johnson in the cult classic series "Twin Peaks." The waitress character became one of the show's most beloved roles, and Amick's performance helped launch her career. She appeared in both the original series (1990-1991) and the 2017 revival.
Notable Works:
"Twin Peaks" (1990-1991, 2017) as Shelly Johnson
"Gilmore Girls" (2002-2003) as Sherry Tinsdale
"ER" (2004-2005) as Wendall Meade
"Witches of East End" (2013-2014) as Wendy Beauchamp
"Riverdale" (2017-present) as Alice Cooper
"American Horror Story: 1984" (2019)
"Sleepwalkers" (1992)
"Dream Lover" (1993)
"Trapped in Paradise" (1994)
She married David Alexis in 1992, and they have two children:
Sylvester Time Alexis (born 1992)
Mina Tobias Alexis (born 1993)
She has been open about mental health awareness and advocacy, particularly after her daughter was diagnosed with bipolar disorder. She works to reduce stigma around mental health conditions and promote better understanding and support.