I’m Madeleine, spelled with three “e’s” like the delicate French cookie - but don’t be fooled. Born in the sticks of the Blue Ridge Mountains, I was no stranger to splitting wood and raising cattle. While other kids played Minecraft, I preferred getting lost in the national forest by our house. My first taste of movie magic was in my high school film club, and it’s been a love story ever since.

A textbook empath, I love a good horror-thriller but cry watching Humane Society commercials. My Swiss, Scottish, and Romanian blood explains my enviable tan. Guilty pleasures include dark comedy, dark chocolate, and obscure documentaries. When I’m not on set, I like yoga, writing, and relaxing to heavy metal music.

So why acting? It’s about connection. Actors are messengers and we reveal the universal truths on screen that everyone can relate to. As someone who lives with chronic illness, I’ve seen how creativity heals and how sharing stories helps others feel less alone. I live for the moments between “action” and “cut” and am passionate about working with people who feel the same way.