Kelli Goss
Kelli Goss | |
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 Kelli Goss at the2012 Kids' Choice Awards | |
| Born | Kelli Amanda Goss February 1, 1992 Valencia, California,U.S. |
| Occupation | Actress |
| Years active | 2007–present |
| Spouse |
Justin Wilmers (m.2021) |
| Children | 2[2][3] |
Kelli Amanda Goss(born February 1, 1992) is an American film and television actress. She began her career appearing in a recurring roles in theNickelodeoncomedy seriesBig Time Rush(2010–13) and on theCBSdaytimesoap operaThe Young and the Restless(2013–15). From 2016 to 2020, Goss played the role of Heather Roth in theNetflixcomedy seriesThe Ranch.From 2021 to 2022, she played main character Vanessa on the CBS sitcomUnited States of Al.
Early life and career
[edit]Goss was born inValencia, California.Her first television role was on the NBC sitcomMy Name is Earlin 2007, then she appeared inUnited States of Tarain 2009.[4]In 2010, she was cast in the role of Jennifer 2 on theNickelodeoncomedy seriesBig Time Rush,substituting temporarily forSpencer Lockewhile Locke was filmingResident Evil: Afterlife.Locke would return in the middle of the second season after finishing with the recording of the movie, however she reversed the decision because many people prefer the interpretation of Goss.
In 2012, Goss starred in theLifetimemovieSexting in Suburbia,along withLiz Vassey,Jenn ProskeandRyan Kelley.Also that year, she had appeared on theNick at Niteprime time soap operaHollywood HeightsasHunter King's onscreen friend.[5]In 2013, Goss was cast in the CBS daytime soap operaThe Young and the RestlessasCourtney Sloane,an undercover cop who becomes engaged toNoah Newmanbefore her on screen death on April 6, 2015.[6][7][8]The character was well received by critics.[9]
In 2016 Goss began appearing in a recurring role as Heather Roth in theNetflixcomedy seriesThe RanchwithAshton Kutcher,Danny Masterson,Debra WingerandSam Elliott,[10]until the end of the series in 2020.
Goss was cast in a lead role for the newCBSsitcomUnited States of Al,which premiered on April 1, 2021 surrounded with controversy. Released to mostly negative reviews,United States of Aland its makers were criticized for the show’s humor, use of antiquated tropes, and in particular, critics called out the casting of a South-African-born Indian actor to play an Afghan lead and his use of an inauthentic accent.[11]
Filmography
[edit]| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | My Name is Earl | Joy | Episodes: "B.L.O.W" and "Darnell Outed: Part 1" |
| 2009 | United States of Tara | Adina | Episode: "Revolution" |
| 2009 | True Jackson VP | Monique | Episode: "House Party" |
| 2009 | Hannah Montana | Chelsea | Episodes: "Judge Me Tender" and "Come Fail Away" |
| 2010 | I'm in the Band | Trina | Episode: "Flip of Doom" |
| 2010 | Victorious | Jana | Episode: "Robarazzi" |
| 2010 | Memphis Beat | Jess Hatcher | Episode: "Love Her Tender" |
| 2010–13 | Big Time Rush | Jennifer 2 | Recurring role, 18 episodes |
| 2012 | Sexting in Suburbia | Skylar Reid | Television film |
| 2012 | Hollywood Heights | Kim | Recurring role, 7 episodes |
| 2013–15 | The Young and the Restless | Courtney Sloane | Recurring role, 83 episodes |
| 2015 | The Big Bang Theory | Chelsea | Episode: "The Communication Deterioration" |
| 2016 | Furst Born | Brianna | Television film |
| 2016–20 | The Ranch | Heather Roth | Recurring role, 33 episodes |
| 2017 | Speechless | Ally | Episode: "B-I-- BIKINI U-N-- UNIVERSITY" |
| 2018 | Grey's Anatomy | Laura | Episode: "Old Scars, Future Hearts" |
| 2020 | World's Funniest Animals | Guest | 1 episode |
| 2021–22 | United States of Al | Vanessa | Main role |
References
[edit]- ^"'The Ranch' Star is Officially Married ".
- ^"Kelli goss on Instagram:" Wade Owen Wilmers 07.21.2022 @ 8:36am 7lbs 9oz + 20.5 inches One week with our Wadey Baby has flown by but has also felt like this is where we were meant to be our entire lives. We welcomed our perfect baby boy (!!) in the most peaceful loving and beautiful way with the most badass and caring nurses & doctors. Parenthood feels so good on both of us but the complete shift in our souls and the absolute LOVE we have for our son is truly incredible. We love you so much it hurts Wade. ❤️ mom + dad "".
- ^"Instagram".
- ^"Heather From 'The Ranch:' Everything You Need To Know About Kelli Goss".Decider.June 21, 2017.
- ^"Another HOLLYWOOD HEIGHTS Star To Y&R".Soap Opera Digest.American Media, Inc.September 20, 2012.RetrievedNovember 22,2013.
- ^Andrews, Adena (March 20, 2013)."NCAA brackets: Grammy-nominated artist Wale picks Kansas to win".CBS Sports.CBS Corporation.RetrievedNovember 22,2013.
- ^"RUMOR REPORT: KELLI GOSS to Join" THE YOUNG AND THE RESTLESS "?".The Buzz. March 24, 2013. Archived fromthe originalon June 16, 2013.RetrievedNovember 22,2013.
- ^"Comings and Goings".YOUNG AND RESTLESS.Vol. 38.American Media, Inc.April 23, 2013. p. 10.
{{cite book}}:|work=ignored (help) - ^"thumbs up! and down!".Court Advantage.Vol. 38.American Media, Inc.October 21, 2013. p. 36.
{{cite book}}:|work=ignored (help) - ^Petski, Denise (February 24, 2016)."Kathy Baker Joins Netflix's 'The Ranch'; Christopher Meyer In 'Wayward Pines'".
- ^Ramos, Dino-Ray (March 21, 2021)."'United States of Al' Blasted For Handling Of Afghan Character; Reza Aslan Defends CBS Sitcom: "You Can't Judge A Show By A 30 Second Trailer"".Deadline Hollywood.Archivedfrom the original on March 24, 2021.RetrievedMarch 24,2021.