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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*.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Shay Mitchell is a Canadian actress and entrepreneur best known for playing Emily Fields on the television series *Pretty Little Liars*. Born Shannon Ashley Garcia Mitchell in Mississauga, Ontario, she has also appeared in *You* and *Dollface* and founded businesses including BÉIS. She is a notable Canadian public figure in U.S. television and entrepreneurship.

Early life

Shay Mitchell was born Shannon Ashley Garcia Mitchell on April 10, 1987, in Mississauga, Ontario, Canada. She is Canadian and has been identified in sources as of Filipino and European ancestry.

Acting career

Mitchell rose to prominence as Emily Fields in *Pretty Little Liars*, a role that brought award nominations and broad recognition. She later appeared in series such as *You* and *Dollface* and has continued acting and producing work.

Business ventures

Beyond acting, Mitchell is known for entrepreneurship. She founded the travel brand BÉIS and has been associated with other ventures including Onda and production work through Amore & Vita Inc.

Personal life

Mitchell has been in a relationship with Matte Babel since 2017. Public sources identify them as parents of two children.

Key facts

  • Shay Mitchell is a Canadian actress and entrepreneur.
  • She is best known for portraying Emily Fields in *Pretty Little Liars* (2010–2017).
  • She has also appeared in *You* and *Dollface*.
  • She is the founder of the travel brand BÉIS and has other business ventures.
  • She has two children with partner Matte Babel.
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Canadian context

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

Frequently asked 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.
Is Shay Mitchell married?
Public sources list Matte Babel as her partner, but do not identify her as married.
Shay Mitchell baby
Mitchell has two children with Matte Babel.
Shay Mitchell net worth
Her exact net worth is not reliably confirmed in the sources provided.
Shay Mitchell Pretty Little Liars
She played Emily Fields on *Pretty Little Liars* from 2010 to 2017.

References

  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.