Amanda Righetti (born April 4, 1983) is an American actress and former model. She is best known for her roles as Grace Van Pelt on The Mentalist, Madeline Kenner in Colony, Whitney in Friday the 13th (2009), Isabel in Role Models (2008), Jenna Moretti on FOX's series Reunion, Tessa Lewis on FOX's primetime soap North Shore, Hailey Nichol on FOX's series The O.C. She also had a small role as a SHIELD Agent in Captain America: The First Avenger (2009). She began modeling at age 14, then later mov
Did you know that Amanda Righetti not only acts but also ventured into directing and screenwriting with her short film 'Matter'?
Amanda Righetti's most defining career moment came with her long-running role as Grace Van Pelt on the hit CBS series "The Mentalist." For seven seasons, she captivated audiences as the intelligent, strong, and often vulnerable FBI/CBI agent, making her a household name and solidifying her place in primetime television.
Righetti's legacy is marked by her consistent presence in popular television and genre films, often portraying strong, intelligent women who are integral to the plot, leaving an impression on fans of crime dramas and sci-fi alike.
Also known as: A. Righetti, Ama Righetti