Willa Fitzgerald

Career overview

Willa Fitzgerald (born January 17, 1991) is an American actress whose career has spanned television, streaming platforms, and film. She first achieved broad visibility as Emma Duval, the central character in MTV’s horror series Scream, a role that placed her at the forefront of contemporary teen‑focused thriller storytelling. The performance anchored her reputation within the genre and led to further opportunities across a range of dramatic and genre‑specific projects.

Following Scream, Fitzgerald expanded her television résumé with recurring and lead parts. She portrayed cheer coach Colette French in the USA Network drama Dare Me, and took on the role of Officer Roscoe Conklin in Amazon Prime Video’s action series Reacher. Additional television credits include appearances in Amazon Studios’ political satire Alpha House, the USA Network medical‑drama Royal Pains, and the Netflix horror miniseries The Fall of the House of Usher. In cinema, she headlined the thriller Strange Darling, delivering the film’s central performance. Across these varied assignments, Fitzgerald has demonstrated a consistent presence in both network and streaming productions, building a portfolio that reflects versatility within contemporary American television and film. She continues to pursue new roles and remains active in ongoing productions, contributing to the evolving landscape of modern screen entertainment.