INTRODUCTION
Ashley Benson (@ashleybenson) is an American actress, entrepreneur, and fashion icon who defined a generation of teen television. Best known for her role as the fashionable and sharp-witted Hanna Marin, she has successfully navigated the transition from “teen queen” to sophisticated Hollywood veteran and business owner. In 2026, she is increasingly recognized for her role in the high-society fashion circuit and her new chapter as a mother and entrepreneur.
Birth name: Ashley Victoria Benson
Career
Actress, Producer, Model, Entrepreneur, Singer
Birthday
December 18, 1989
Age: 36
Zodiac Sign:
Sagittarius
Birthplace: Anaheim Hills, California, U.S.
Nationality: American
HOW BIG IS Ashley Benson ON THE NET?
Ashley Benson remains a massive digital force with over 21 million followers on Instagram. While she is selective about her public appearances, her influence in the “quiet luxury” and “cool-girl” fashion niches is immense. She is a frequent face at Paris and Milan Fashion Weeks, where her presence for brands like Stella McCartney and Giambattista Valli generates significant Media Impact Value (MIV).
HOW DID Ashley Benson become famous?
Ashley became a global household name as one of the leads in the mega-hit series “Pretty Little Liars” (2010–2017). Her portrayal of Hanna Marin made her a style icon for millions. She further broke her “good girl” image with a starring role in the cult classic film “Spring Breakers” (2012) alongside Selena Gomez and Vanessa Hudgens. By 2026, she has expanded her portfolio into psychological thrillers like the series Wilderness and independent cinema.
BEFORE THE FAME
Ashley was a child prodigy in the performing arts, starting competitive dance (ballet, jazz, and hip-hop) at age three. By age eight, she was a signed model with Ford Models. Her first major break in acting came in 2004 when she landed the role of Abigail Deveraux on the long-running soap opera “Days of Our Lives”, a role she held for three years before making the jump to primetime television and feature films like 13 Going on 30.
CLOSE WITH (ASSOCIATED);
Ashley Benson’s inner circle is a mix of Hollywood royalty and fashion elite. She is famously close with her PLL co-star Shay Mitchell and longtime friend Selena Gomez. In late 2023, she married oil heir and businessman Brandon Davis, and the couple welcomed their first daughter, Aspen, in early 2024. Her professional associations include high-fashion houses like Balmain and Celine, and she is often seen at elite industry events with friends like Paris Hilton and Demi Lovato.
