If you’re a fan of the popular television series “Riverdale,” then you know who Vanessa Morgan is. The actress wasn’t in the original season, but when she came on board for the second go-round in season two, she made a big impression. She gained a huge following of fans and the role was a lucky break that brought her a decent measure of fame and popularity. Although she’s stepped into the limelight and is becoming well-known because of her contributions to the show, there is a lot about her that the average fan doesn’t know, so here are ten things about Vanessa Morgan that you didn’t know yet.
1. She originally auditioned for a different part
Most fans are not aware of the fact that Vanessa initially auditioned for the part of Josie. She didn’t get the part that she had done the reading for. Instead, it was given to Ashleigh Murray. She didn’t make the cut for casting during the first season but it wasn’t for a lack of trying. As it turned out, she was called back and invited to join the crew playing the part of Toni for the second season. Everything worked out for the best because she’s so well-suited for the role.
2. Vanessa is Canadian
Many fans mistakenly think that Vanessa Morgan is an American, but she isn’t. She’s a native of Canada. Vanessa was born in the Province of Ontario in Ottowa. She blends in well as a resident of Los Angeles, California, where she currently makes her home. Nobody cares where she comes from, the point is that she is here and fans are not about to let her go. They offer the country of Canada a big Merci for sharing her with us.
3. She is of mixed cultural ancestry
Vanessa Morgan has a rich cultural heritage. She is Canadian, working in America and her parents have provided her with a dual set of genetics and family heritage. Her father is East African and her mother is Scottish. This gives her a wonderful variety of cultural traditions to draw upon. When you add them all up, it comes to four, but you also have to throw in the sub-culture that one gains from living in LA.
4. Madalaine Petsch is her best friend
Vanessa met Malalaine when the two of them were reading for different parts in the auditions for the first season of “Riverdale.” They hit it off and developed a great friendship in real life. Fans of the show know that Madalaine is her love interest on the show, so it’s ideal that the two pals have a chemistry both onscreen and off. It makes the show more magical.
5. Vanessa was a competitor on The Amazing Race Canada
Unless you’re a dyed in the wool fan who has been doing some research, you probably didn’t know that Vanessa competed in the Amazing Race Canada. She didn’t go solo though. She competed along with Celina Mziray, her sister. They made their appearance during the first season. They did pretty good and ended up in third place.
6. Vanessa Morgan is an Aries
If you have been wondering if you’re a compatible sign with Vanessa, she is an Aries. Her birth date is March 23 and she was born in 1992.
7. Morgan was on the Disney Channel
Vanessa Morgan isn’t the only Riverdale star that was on the Disney Channel, but she’s one of them. In addition to Cole Sprouse, Vanessa appeared in Geek Charming as one of the best friends of Sarah Hyland. She also appeared in My Babysitter’s a Vampire. Vanessa not only starred in the film, but she also appeared in the series. She’s a Disney veteran.
8. She went to college
While Vanessa was living in Canada, she enrolled in college. She went to Ontario to pursue her education beyond high school. Her major was in philosophy at Queen’s University.
9. Vanessa Morgan is also a singer
If you haven’t had the privilege of hearing her sing, you should. She’s not only a talented actress, but she’s also a great singer. Vanessa was singing at the Palm Springs Festival when an agent heard her voice and it was at that time in her life that she was discovered. The rest is history.
10. She’s a dog lover
Vanessa owns an adorable dog and if you haven’t checked out her social media yet, you’ll find some adorable pictures. In fact, she set up an Instagram account for the Chihuahua pup that she named Yoshi.
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