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Chyler Leigh

Chyler Leigh is an American actress, singer, and model best known for playing Janey Briggs in *Not Another Teen Movie*, Dr.

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

Chyler Leigh is an American actress, singer, and model best known for playing Janey Briggs in *Not Another Teen Movie*, Dr. Lexie Grey in *Grey’s Anatomy*, and Alex Danvers in *Supergirl*. She has also appeared in *Taxi Brooklyn* and stars in the Hallmark series *The Way Home*.

Early life and career

Chyler Leigh was born in Charlotte, North Carolina, in 1982 and began working in entertainment at a young age. She first appeared in film as a teenager and later expanded into television roles.

Breakthrough roles

Leigh gained wider recognition for *Not Another Teen Movie* and later became widely known for her role as Lexie Grey on *Grey’s Anatomy*. These roles established her as a prominent television and film performer.

Superhero and later television work

Leigh played Alex Danvers in *Supergirl* for six seasons and reprised the role in other Arrowverse series. She later joined the cast of *The Way Home* on Hallmark Channel.

Personal life

Leigh married actor Nathan West in 2002. The couple has three children.

Key facts

  • Leigh began acting as a teenager and made her film debut in *Kickboxing Academy* (1997).
  • Her breakout film role was Janey Briggs in *Not Another Teen Movie* (2001).
  • She played Lexie Grey on *Grey’s Anatomy* from 2007 to 2012.
  • She starred as Alex Danvers on *Supergirl* from 2015 to 2021.
  • Leigh is married to actor Nathan West and has three children.
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Canadian context

Chyler Leigh is familiar to Canadian audiences through widely broadcast American television series such as *Grey’s Anatomy*, *Supergirl*, and *The Way Home*, which has aired in Canada on streaming and television platforms.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Chyler Leigh?
She is an American actress, singer, and model known for roles in *Not Another Teen Movie*, *Grey’s Anatomy*, and *Supergirl*.
What is Chyler Leigh’s birth name?
Her birth name is Chyler Leigh Potts.
What role made Chyler Leigh famous?
Her breakout role was Janey Briggs in *Not Another Teen Movie* (2001), followed by major recognition as Lexie Grey in *Grey’s Anatomy*.
What did Chyler Leigh play in *Supergirl*?
She portrayed Alex Danvers, the adoptive sister of Supergirl.
Is Chyler Leigh married?
Yes. She has been married to actor Nathan West since 2002.
How many children does Chyler Leigh have?
She has three children.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chyler_Leigh
    Supports: Birth name, birth date, birthplace, career overview, major roles, and filmography details.
  2. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0500200/
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, occupation, spouse, children, and major credits including *The Way Home*, *Supergirl*, and *Grey’s Anatomy*.
  3. Us Weekly — https://www.usmagazine.com/celebrities/chyler-leigh/
    Supports: Marriage to Nathan West, children, and major acting roles.
  4. The Movie Database — https://www.themoviedb.org/person/69210-chyler-leigh
    Supports: Known-for credits and occupation.