| Gabrielle Christian | |
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| Born | Gabrielle Christian Horchler July 30, 1984 Washington, D.C., U.S. |
| Occupation | Actress |
| Years active | 2000–present |
| Spouse(s) | Justin Mentzer (2009-present) |
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Gabrielle Christian (born July 30, 1984) is an American actress probably best known for her portrayal of Spencer Carlin in The N original series South of Nowhere. In addition, she has guest starred on Drake & Josh, Windfall, Without a Trace, and What Should You Do?.
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Christian was born Gabrielle Christian Horchler in Washington, D.C. and grew up in Cheverly, Maryland. She has been in plays since age 8. Christian acquired her first acting job while she was attending high school at Eleanor Roosevelt High School located in Greenbelt, MD, on the television series Young Americans. She studied theater at the University of Pittsburgh, and then relocated to Hollywood, California after landing roles on several television series.
Christian helps her mother with the SIDS (Sudden Infant Death Syndrome) organization. This organization was created by her mother after the loss of her son in 1991. She uses the surname Christian in memory of her brother. Her mother has written a book, often known as the SIDS "Bible". The book features a poem Christian wrote when she was 8.
Christian became the spokesperson for the organization FAIR Fund,[1], which works to engage youth in the areas of anti-trafficking, domestic violence, and sexual assault prevention. She hosts cocktail events to showcase jewelry made by girls participating in the JewelGirls program.[2]
Christian's father is from Hungary. She speaks fluent Hungarian,[2] conversational French, and basic Russian.[3]
Christian maintains a close friendship with follow South of Nowhere cast members Maeve Quinlan and Mandy Musgrave
Christian married long time boyfriend Justin Mentzer on July 11, 2009 at Saint Timothy's Chapel in Mentzer's home town of Drummond, Montana with the reception held at the Mentzer's family ranch.[4]
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
| 2005 | American Gun | Girl | |
| 2007 | South of Pico | Astrid | |
| 2010 | GIRLTRASH! All Night Long | Colby Robson | Production |
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
| 2000 | Young Americans | Grace Banks | 3 Episodes: "Cinderbella", "Winning Isn't Everything" & "Gone" |
| 2003 | What Should You Do? | Tai | |
| 2004 | Without a Trace | Monica | Episode: "In The Dark" |
| 2006 | Windfall | Miranda Keyton | 2 Episodes: "Truth Be Told" & "Priceless" |
| 2005-2007 | Drake & Josh | Lucy | 2 Episodes: "Girl Power" & "The Storm" |
| 2007 | CSI: Miami | Amy Hobbs | Episode: "Permanent Vacation" |
| 2008 | Numb3rs | Audrey Doran | Episode: "Atomic No. 33" |
| 2005-2008 | South of Nowhere | Spencer Carlin | Starring role |
| Year' | Title | Role | Notes |
| 2006 | How to Save a Life | Girl Going To Prom | Music Video |
| Joe Lies | High School Girl | Short film | |
| 2007 | Girltrash! | Colby Robson | Web series |
| 2008 | 3Way | Cindy Shimms | Web series |
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