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Autumn Reeser

Autumn Reeser is an American actress known for television roles including Taylor Townsend on *The O.C.* and Lizzie Grant on *Entourage*.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Autumn Reeser is an American actress known for television roles including Taylor Townsend on *The O.C.* and Lizzie Grant on *Entourage*. She has also appeared in films such as *The Girl Next Door* and *Sully*, and has starred in numerous Hallmark Channel television films.

Early life and background

Autumn Reeser was born in La Jolla, California, on September 21, 1980. Her birth name is Autumn Alicia Reeser.

Acting career

Reeser became widely known for her role as Taylor Townsend on *The O.C.* and later appeared as Lizzie Grant on *Entourage*. She has since worked in television, film, and numerous Hallmark Channel productions.

Film and television credits

Her selected film credits include *The Girl Next Door*, *So Undercover*, and *Sully*. On television, she has appeared in series such as *No Ordinary Family*, *Last Resort*, *Hawaii Five-0*, and *The Arrangement*.

Personal life

Reeser was married to writer and director Jesse Warren in 2009. The available sources identify the marriage but do not provide a consistently sourced update on later status beyond noting a divorce in some references.

Key facts

  • Reeser was born on September 21, 1980, in La Jolla, California.
  • She is best known for playing Taylor Townsend on *The O.C.*.
  • She played Lizzie Grant on HBO’s *Entourage*.
  • Her television credits include *No Ordinary Family*, *Last Resort*, *Hawaii Five-0*, and *The Arrangement*.
  • Her film credits include *The Girl Next Door*, *So Undercover*, and *Sully*.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Autumn Reeser?
Autumn Reeser is an American actress known for roles in television series such as *The O.C.* and *Entourage*.
When was Autumn Reeser born?
She was born on September 21, 1980.
What is Autumn Reeser best known for?
She is best known for playing Taylor Townsend on *The O.C.* and Lizzie Grant on *Entourage*.
What films has Autumn Reeser appeared in?
Her film credits include *The Girl Next Door* (2004), *So Undercover* (2012), and *Sully* (2016).
Has Autumn Reeser acted in Hallmark films?
Yes. She has appeared in over a dozen Hallmark Channel television films in leading roles.
Where was Autumn Reeser born?
She was born in La Jolla, California, United States.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Autumn_Reeser
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, nationality, major television roles, and film credits.
  2. Autumn Reeser — https://www.autumnreeser.com/about
    Supports: Career overview including breakout role on *The O.C.* and later work as producer/writer/director.
  3. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1032208/
    Supports: Birth date, profession, and selected acting credits.
  4. TV Insider — https://www.tvinsider.com/people/autumn-reeser/
    Supports: Birth name, birth date, birthplace, and background details.