Melissa Goad
American actress
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Melissa Goad (born July 10, 1982) is an actress and model, mostly known for independent dramas and horror movies.
Melissa Goad | |
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| Born | July 10, 1982 Seattle, Washington, United States |
| Occupation | actress |
| Years active | 2006–present |
| Website | http://www.melissagoad.com/ |
Early life
Melissa-Rae Annette Goad was born July 10, 1982, in Seattle, Washington and grew up in nearby Kent.[1] She was entered in a beauty pageant by her mother at the age of 5, which inspired her to become an actor. She participated in her school's drama programs as she grew up.[2] She continued her studies at the American Academy of Dramatic Arts in Hollywood and graduated in 2005.[3]
Career
Goad was on the reality show, Live Like a Star on Fox. She also had a starring role in the movie Real Witches: An Intimate Portrait on Lifetime. When Goad auditioned for the lead for the internet series, The Bicyclist, the creator wrote a part specifically for Goad to be on the series.[3] Goad starred in, produced and edited the drama Shaniko, which was an award-winning selection for the Washougal International Film Festival.[4] Goad by herself opens the dark and disturbing slasher flick, The Taken.[5] The film was an official selection for Seattle's True Independent Film Festival and awarded Best Slasher Effects.[6] Goad is one of the founding members of The World Bikini Football League. She starred in Eyes in the Dark with fellow TWBFL founder, Maureen Francisco. Goad is now[when?] living in Southern California hoping to start a new team for Bikini Football.[7]
