Carolyn Hennesy, born on June 10, 1962, in Encino, California, is an accomplished American actress, writer, and animal advocate. She is the daughter of Dale Hennesy, a production designer and art director who won an Academy Award for Best Art Direction for the 1966 film "Fantastic Voyage".

She attended the American Conservatory Theater, where she honed her acting skills.

Her career began with guest appearances and roles in shows and television movies, including "Dark Justice" and "Deadly Invasion: The Killer Bee Nightmare".

She rose to prominence with a recurring role in the teen drama "Dawson's Creek" and gained international acclaim for her role as Diane Miller on the daytime television series "General Hospital," for which she earned two Daytime Emmy Award nominations.

Carolyn Hennesy has also made a name for herself as a writer. Her 2011 novel "The Secret Life of Damian Spinelli," featuring characters from "General Hospital," reached #16 on the New York Times Best Seller list. She has also written the "Mythic Misadventures" young adult book series.

She is known for her work as an advocate for animals, promoting AZA zoos and aquariums, as well as accredited marine parks like SeaWorld. She was previously married to actor Donald Agnelli, but the couple divorced in 2013. She is also a trapeze artist, a skill she demonstrated during a 2015 episode of "Jessie".

Carolyn Hennesy has appeared in numerous films, including "Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines," "Legally Blonde 2: Red, White and Blonde," and "Click". She has also been a part of popular TV shows like "Cougar Town," "Revenge," and "Jessie". Her role in "The Bay" earned her a Daytime Emmy Award.