Merritt Patterson is a talented Canadian actress whose career has flourished across various television and film projects. She first gained recognition in 2013 with her breakout role as Olivia Matheson in the ABC Family series Ravenswood, a spin-off of the popular Pretty Little Liars. This role showcased her ability to captivate audiences and set the stage for her future successes in the entertainment industry.

Following her initial success, Patterson starred as Ophelia Pryce in the E! television series The Royals from 2014 to 2015. Her performance alongside Elizabeth Hurley highlighted her versatility and depth as an actress. In 2016, she further expanded her repertoire by joining the cast of Crackle’s drama The Art of More, where she played Olivia Brukner, the daughter of Dennis Quaid’s character, demonstrating her capacity to tackle complex roles in dramatic narratives.

Patterson has also made a significant impact in the realm of holiday films, starring in 11 movies for Hallmark Channel and Great American Family between 2017 and 2021. Her role as Cynthia Applewhite in Universal Pictures’ Unbroken: Path to Redemption earned her a nomination for Best Supporting Actress at the Movieguide Awards, and she won the same accolade at the Canadian International Faith & Family Film Festival, solidifying her status as a respected actress in the industry.

In recent years, Patterson has continued to shine, appearing in Quibi’s miniseries The Now alongside notable actors like Dave Franco and Bill Murray. In 2022, she starred in Catering Christmas, and in 2023, she took on leading roles in One Perfect Match and Twas the Text Before Christmas, both for Great American Family. With her impressive body of work and dedication to her craft, Merritt Patterson remains a prominent figure in contemporary film and television.