The series “How I Met Your Mother” was a hit and aired from 2005 to 2014. Through this series, Alyson Hannigan became famous, and fans became more curious about her. Alyson Hannigan is a decorated American actress who has played different acting roles.
For instance, she played Willow Rosenberg in the “Buffy the Vampire Slayer” series aired from 1997 to 2003. She also played Lily Aldrin in the “How I Met Your Mother.” Another notable role is when she played Michelle Flaherty in the “American Pie” series from 1999 to 2012.
Who is Alyson Hannigan? – Early Life
The famous American actress was born on March 24, 1974. Her birthplace is Washington, D.C. She was born to Emilie and Al Hannigan. Her mother worked as a real estate agent, while her father was a truck driver.
Luckily for Alyson, she was involved in an instructional video at a young age, paving the way for her show business. Moreover, she appeared in different print ads during the same period at a young age, and that’s when she grew to love posing before the camera.
She joined Northside School in Atlanta to focus on Arts. She graduated from North Hollywood High School and joined California State University to pursue Psychology. During that time, she played in a band and was also into sports as a soccer team member. It was at age 11 that she moved to Los Angeles with her mother to focus on her acting career.
Alyson’s Career
Alyson started her acting career at a young age. At age 4, she appeared in her first commercial before appearing in a TV commercial for Oreos. She also worked with McDonald’s in a national TV commercial.
At age 11, Alyson was engaged with guest spots, and at age 14, she made her film debut. She appeared in a science fiction comedy starring alongside Seth Green. In 1989, she landed a role in the “Free Spirit” series.
Career Breakthrough and Net Worth
Alyson found her career breakthrough in 1997 when she appeared in the “Buffy the Vampire Slayer.” The TV series was well received and gave her the platform to hit the headlines as fans loved her role and sought to know more about her.
Her other acting roles in subsequent series such as “American Pie,” “Boys and Girls,” “How I Met Your Mother,” etc., were also a hit.
Alyson has won different awards. For instance, she won a Young Artist Award for Best Young Actress. She also has a Teen Choice Award after her role in “Buffy the Vampire Slayer.” Her career has awarded her with admirable worth. She has a net worth of $40 million.
Besides, she is in real estate and owns different properties. For instance, she owns a home in Santa Monica, California, for which she paid $1.96 million. She has other million-dollar houses that she has bought and sold.
