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Shay Mitchell

Shay Mitchell is a Canadian actress and entrepreneur best known for playing Emily Fields on the television series *Pretty Little Liars*.

Updated July 30, 20261 min readCited sources

Shay Mitchell is a Canadian actress and entrepreneur best known for her role as Emily Fields on *Pretty Little Liars*. She has built a career in television and launched travel brand BÉIS.

Acting career

Shay Mitchell rose to prominence as Emily Fields on *Pretty Little Liars* (2010–2017), a role that earned her award nominations and broad recognition. She later appeared in series such as *You* and *Dollface*, and continues to act and produce. Born in Mississauga, Ontario, she is a notable Canadian figure in U.S. television.

Business ventures

Beyond acting, Mitchell is known for entrepreneurship. She founded the travel brand BÉIS and has been involved with other ventures including Onda and production work through Amore & Vita Inc. Her businesses reflect a focus on lifestyle and travel.

Personal life

Mitchell has been in a relationship with Matte Babel since 2017, and they have two children. Her Canadian roots in Mississauga remain a key part of her public identity.

In short

  • Canadian actress best known for *Pretty Little Liars*
  • Founder of travel brand BÉIS
  • Appeared in *You* and *Dollface*
  • Has two children with partner Matte Babel
Canadian angle

Shay Mitchell is a Canadian entertainer from Mississauga, Ontario, and is a notable Canadian public figure in U.S. television and entrepreneurship.

Quick questions

Who is Shay Mitchell?
Shay Mitchell is a Canadian actress and entrepreneur best known for playing Emily Fields on *Pretty Little Liars*.
How old is Shay Mitchell?
She was born on April 10, 1987, which makes her 39 years old.
Is Shay Mitchell married?
Public sources list Matte Babel as her partner, but do not identify her as married.

Sources

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shay_Mitchell
    Supports: Birth name, birth date, birthplace, nationality, occupation, partner, children, and career overview.
  2. People — https://www.people.com/tag/shay-mitchell/
    Supports: Canadian actress and entrepreneur; role in Pretty Little Liars; business ventures.
  3. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm3762213/
    Supports: Birth date, acting credits, and career identity.
  4. Famous Birthdays — https://www.famousbirthdays.com/people/shay-mitchell.html
    Supports: Age, birth date, birthplace, partner, and children.