Shannon elizabeth age career biography and film roles Shannon elizabeth age career biography and movie roles To understand the trajectory of this actress, start with her breakout in the 1999 comedy *American Pie*. Her portrayal of Nadia, the foreign exchange student with a memorable poolside scene, instantly made her a household name. Born on September 7, 1973, in Houston, Texas, she was actually raised in rural Pennsylvania, which shaped her grounded, approachable persona. Before ac...