Character Profile
Emily Deschanel - Dr. Temperance "Bones" Brennan
An actress with talent and poise, Emily Deschanel has built an impressive list of credits in her career, challenging herself with each new role.
Deschanel's film credits include a cameo in Nick Cassavetes' "My Sister's Keeper"; Jerry Bruckheimer's "Glory Road" opposite Josh Lucas, Derek Luke and Jon Voight; "Cold Mountain" for Anthony Minghella; "The Alamo" for John Lee Hancock; Sam Raimi's "Spider-Man 2"; "Boogeyman" for Stephen Kay; and Jane Weinstock's "Easy."
Deschanel's television credits include guest appearances on the series "Crossing Jordan," "Providence" and "Law & Order: SVU" and the Stephen King miniseries "Rose Red." Theater credits for Deschanel, a member of the Interact Theatre Company, include the roles of "Emily" in "Our Town" and "Natasha" in "Three Sisters."
An animal rights activist passionately involved with the charity Farm Sanctuary, Dechanel works to end cruelty to farm animals and promotes compassionate living through rescue, education and advocacy. She is also involved with the Humane Society and Women for Women International.
Deschanel was born in Los Angeles and continues to reside in her hometown. She received her B.F.A. in Theater from Boston University.
