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Sophia Bush

Sophia Bush is an American actress, producer, and activist, best known for playing Brooke Davis on the television series *One Tree Hill* and Detective Erin Lindsay on *Chicago P.D.*.

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

Sophia Bush is an American actress, producer, and activist, best known for playing Brooke Davis on the television series *One Tree Hill* and Detective Erin Lindsay on *Chicago P.D.*. She has also appeared in films, hosted podcasts, and been active in social and philanthropic causes, including joining the ownership group of Angel City FC in 2020.

Early life and education

Sophia Bush was born in Pasadena, California, in 1982. Publicly available biographical sources identify her as an American performer who began her screen career in the early 2000s.

Acting career

Bush made her first film appearance in *National Lampoon's Van Wilder* (2002). She became widely known for her role as Brooke Davis on *One Tree Hill* (2003–2012). She later played Detective Erin Lindsay on *Chicago P.D.* and related series from 2013 to 2017. Bush has also acted in films including *John Tucker Must Die*, *The Hitcher*, and *False Positive*. In 2019, she launched the podcast *Work in Progress* and cohosts *Drama Queens*.

Public profile and activism

In addition to acting, Bush has been described as an activist and producer. She has hosted podcasts and has been associated with philanthropy and social causes, including women’s sports ownership. In 2020, she joined the ownership group of Angel City FC.

Personal life

Bush has been married twice, first to actor Chad Michael Murray (2005–2006) and later to entrepreneur Grant Hughes (2022–2023). Public reports in 2024 stated that she was in a relationship with Ashlyn Harris and had publicly identified as queer.

Key facts

  • Known for roles on *One Tree Hill* and *Chicago P.D.*
  • First film appearance in *National Lampoon's Van Wilder* (2002)
  • Launched podcast *Work in Progress* in 2019
  • Joined ownership group of Angel City FC in 2020
  • Publicly identified as queer in 2024
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Canadian context

Sophia Bush has Canadian relevance through the broad popularity of *One Tree Hill* and *Chicago P.D.* on Canadian television and streaming platforms, but she is not primarily associated with Canada.

Frequently asked questions

What is Sophia Bush best known for?
She is best known for playing Brooke Davis on *One Tree Hill* and Detective Erin Lindsay on *Chicago P.D.*.
Where was Sophia Bush born?
She was born in Pasadena, California, United States.
What is Sophia Bush’s occupation?
She is an actress, producer, and activist.
When did Sophia Bush start acting?
Her screen career began in 2001, with a first film appearance in 2002.
Has Sophia Bush worked outside acting?
Yes. She has produced projects, hosted podcasts, and been involved in activism and women’s sports ownership.

References

  1. Wikipediahttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sophia_Bush
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, occupations, years active, spouses, partner, and career overview.
  2. Us Weeklyhttps://www.usmagazine.com/celebrities/sophia-bush/
    Supports: Roles on *One Tree Hill* and *Chicago P.D.*, film credits, podcast hosting, Angel City FC ownership, and relationship history.
  3. IMDbhttps://www.imdb.com/name/nm0124208/
    Supports: Birthplace, occupation, and alternate name details.
  4. TV Guidehttps://www.tvguide.com/celebrities/sophia-bush/bio/3000029577/
    Supports: Birth name, birthplace, and profession.
  5. Applehttps://snapshot.apple.com/us/person/6621211645
    Supports: Selected film, television, producing, and podcast credits.