Elizabeth Berkley

Gaining widespread recognition for her role as Jessie Spano in the NBC sitcom ‘Saved by the Bell’ (1989-1993), Elizabeth Berkley’s initial audition for Kelly Kapowski led producers to create the character specifically for her. Berkley’s television career began with her debut in ‘Gimme a Break!’ (1986), followed by appearances in ‘Silver Spoons’ and ‘Frog.’ She made her theatrical debut as Snoopy in ‘You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown’ and also engaged in modeling, including print work for Hudson’s and various TV commercials. During breaks from ‘Saved by the Bell,’ she expanded her filmography with a minor role in Kathryn Bigelow’s ‘Point Break’ (1991) and roles in other television shows such as ‘Life Goes On’ and ‘The Hogan Family.’ In 1995, Berkley took on the lead role of Nomi Malone in Paul Verhoeven’s ‘Showgirls,’ a film that, despite initial controversy and criticism, later achieved cult status. She continued to pursue challenging performances, including a supporting role in ‘The First Wives Club’ (1996), which earned her and the ensemble cast a National Board of Review Award for Best Ensemble Performance.

Most recently, she appeared in Max Minghella’s film ‘Shell’ in 2024 and is slated for a guest role in the acclaimed series ‘Cobra Kai’ in 2025. Her career demonstrates a consistent trajectory across film, television, and theatre, marked by impactful roles and a strong commitment to diverse projects.