Elise Kearny Eberle (born March 6, 1993) is an American actress, model, and artist known for her roles in television series such as "Salem" (2014–2017), "Shameless" (2011–2021), and "The Last Tycoon" (2016–2017). She gained prominence for portraying Mercy Lewis in the horror series "Salem".
Early life.
Elise Eberle was born on March 6, 1993, in Albuquerque, New Mexico, to Fritz Eberle, a cinematographer, and is the niece of actor and sound editor Jake Eberle. She developed an interest in acting at a young age, beginning her career with short films in her hometown.
Career.
Early Roles (2005–2013).
Eberle began her acting career in 2005 with a role in a short film directed by Angie Comer. She appeared in minor roles in films such as "The Astronaut Farmer" (2006) and "Wild Hogs" (2007). In 2007, she won the Best Actress award at New Mexico’s 48 Hour Film Project for her performance in the short film "Teardrop". Eberle also had a small role in the Disney Channel television film "Lemonade Mouth" (2011), directed by Patricia Riggen.
Her film debut came with a role in Drake Doremus' "Breathe In", which premiered at the Sundance Film Festival in 2013. She also appeared in adaptations of "Tiger Eyes" and "As Cool As I Am" during this period.
Breakthrough and Television (2014–present).
Eberle's breakthrough role was as Mercy Lewis in the WGN America series "Salem" (2014–2017). She described the character as complex, likening her to a "bipolar, almost schizophrenic girl" due to the range of emotions portrayed, and noted the extensive makeup preparation required for the role. Her performance earned her praise and increased her visibility, with recognition from outlets like "Rolling Stone" and "The Wall Street Journal" after her move to Los Angeles.
Following "Salem", Eberle appeared in recurring roles in "Shameless" (2011–2021) and "The Last Tycoon" (2016–2017). She also featured in The Lumineers' music video for "Sleep on the Floor" and has pursued modeling and painting, showcasing her artwork through limited-edition prints on her personal website.