Janel Parrish Biography: Movies, Age, Net Worth, Pretty Little Liars, TV Shows, Husband, Height, Parents, Career

Janel Meilani Parrish, widely recognized as Janel Parrish, is an American actress, singer, and songwriter best known for her role as Mona Vanderwaal in the television series Pretty Little Liars.

She has also gained recognition for her performances in the To All the Boys film series and her participation in Dancing with the Stars. With a career spanning stage, film, and television, Parrish has showcased her versatility and talent across various entertainment platforms.

Profile

• Full Name: Janel Meilani Parrish
• Stage Name: Janel Parrish
• Born: 30, October 1988
• Age: 36 years old
• Birthplace: Honolulu, Hawaii, United States
• Nationality: American
• Occupation: Actress, Singer, and Songwriter
• Height: 1.57 m
• Parents: Mark Phillip Parrish, Joanne Mew Parrish
• Siblings: Melissa Nohelani Parrish
• Spouse: Chris Long (m. 2018)
• Children: None
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: $4 million

Early Life And Education

Janel Meilani Parrish was born on October 30, 1988, in Honolulu, Hawaii, to Mark Phillip Parrish and Joanne Mew Parrish. She has an older sister, Melissa Nohelani Parrish.

Parrish attended Moanalua Elementary and Moanalua High School before being homeschooled to accommodate her acting career. She is of mixed ethnicity, with Han Chinese descent from her mother and German, Irish, and English descent from her father. Her religious affiliation is not publicly known.

Career

Janel Meilani Parrish began her career in entertainment at a young age, portraying Young Cosette in the National Touring Company of Les Misérables, later reprising the role on Broadway. She gained early television experience with appearances in shows like Baywatch, Geppetto, and The O’Keefes.

Her breakout role came in 2007 when she was cast as Jade in the film Bratz.

Parrish achieved widespread recognition for her portrayal of Mona Vanderwaal in the television series Pretty Little Liars, a role she played from 2010 to 2017. Her performance earned her critical acclaim and a dedicated fan base.

She also competed in the 19th season of Dancing with the Stars, finishing in third place.

In recent years, Parrish has continued to expand her acting portfolio with roles in the To All the Boys film series, portraying Margot Song-Covey, and various Hallmark Channel movies. She has also appeared in stage productions, including Grease and Cruel Intentions: The Musical.

Parrish remains active in the entertainment industry, showcasing her versatility as an actress and singer.

Social Media

• Instagram handle: @janelparrish
• Twitter handle: @JanelParrish

Personal Life

Janel Meilani Parrish tied the knot with chemical engineer Chris Long on September 8, 2018, in a romantic and intimate ceremony held in her home state of Hawaii, surrounded by close family and friends.

The couple’s relationship began in September 2016, and after over a year of dating, they became engaged in October 2017, marking a joyful milestone in their journey together.

As of now, the couple has not welcomed any children, but they continue to enjoy a fulfilling and loving relationship.

Filmography / Discography

• Bratz (2007) – Jade
• April Showers (2009) – Vicki
• To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before (2018) – Margot Song-Covey
• To All the Boys: P.S. I Still Love You (2020) – Margot Song-Covey
• To All the Boys: Always and Forever (2021) – Margot Song-Covey
• Pretty Little Liars: The Perfectionists (2019) – Mona Vanderwaal
• Dancing with the Stars (2014) – Contestant
• Magnum P.I. (2020–2021) – Maleah
• Coyote Creek Christmas (2021) – Paige Parker
• The Masked Singer (2023) – Gazelle
• XO, Kitty (2025) – Margot Song-Covey

Net Worth

Janel Meilani Parrish has an estimated net worth of $4 million. Her wealth primarily stems from her acting career, including significant roles in television series like Pretty Little Liars and films such as the To All the Boys series.