Sarah Lancaster, a renowned actor from America, has gained popularity due to her recurring roles in the NBC series, Saved by the Bell: The New Class, and the comedy-spy series, Chuck. She has also displayed her acting skills in Lovers Lane and Madison Kellner on The WB’s Everwood, as well as What About Brian on ABC.
Sarah Lancaster Age
Born in 1980 in Overland Park, Kansas, United States, Sarah Lancaster turned 43 years old as of February 13, 2023.
Sarah Lancaster’s Marital Status
Lancaster is happily married to an attorney, Matthew Jacobs. Together, they have two sons, with the first born in June 2011 and the second in January 2017.
Sarah Lancaster Net Worth
Sarah Lancaster’s net worth is estimated to be around $2 million.
Sarah Lancaster Role in Chuck
In the NBC series Chuck, Lancaster played Ellie Bartowski, Chuck Bartowski’s older sister and Devon “Captain Awesome” Woodcomb’s wife. With an absentee father and a mother who abandoned them while Ellie was in middle school, Chuck and Ellie grew up relying mostly on each other. Ellie and Devon began dating from the first day of medical school, stealing away to share their first kiss in a broom closet. Devon strives to keep Ellie oblivious of Chuck’s covert undertakings to maintain her happiness and peace of mind in the initial episodes.
Sarah Lancaster in ‘What about Brian’
Sarah Lancaster portrayed Marjorie Seaver in the American comedy-drama television show, What About Brian. The story revolves around Brian Davis, a 32-year-old bachelor living in Venice Beach, California, who secretly harbors feelings for Marjorie, his best friend’s fiancée. Among his friends, Brian is the only unmarried one. His circle includes the soon-to-be-married Adam Hillman, his best friend, and Dave Greco, a video game company co-founder who is happily married with three children. His older sister Nicole is married to an Italian model and is expecting a child. As Brian navigates his romantic life, his friends’ seemingly perfect relationships undergo trials and reveal their true nature.
Sarah Lancaster Role in Ever wood
The character Madison Kellner, beautifully portrayed by Sarah Lancaster, was a key figure in the second and third seasons of Ever wood. The narrative of the series is centered around Dr. Andrew “Andy” Brown, a widower who abandons his prestigious role as a neurosurgeon in Manhattan to relocate to a small Colorado town. The drama unfolds as Andy struggles to save Colin Hart, the boyfriend of Amy and the best friend of Bright.
Andy observes Harold’s deep affinity and worry for his son, which motivates him to reconcile with Harold. Despite having lost most of his memory, Colin re-joins school and forms a bond with Ephram, the only person not holding any preconceived notions of him. As Colin grapples with the pressure to resume his previous life, Amy is navigating burgeoning emotions for Ephram, who is entangled in a futile relationship with Laynie, Colin’s sister. Colin’s journey takes a dark turn as he begins to exhibit violent and emotional reactions, consequently losing his friendship with Ephram.
Sarah Lancaster Performance in Lovers Lane
Sarah Lancaster steps into the role of Chloe Grefe in the 1999 indie slasher film, Lovers Lane. Jack Grefe and Tom Anderson play the roles of Chloe and Mandy’s parents in this modern-day thriller. Just as her boyfriend Michael is about to end their relationship, Chloe kills him by pushing him into a pool. The narrative thickens as ‘The Hook’, a dangerous criminal, escapes from an asylum. Deputy David Schwick, assigned by Sheriff Tom, is the one responsible for ensuring Chloe and Mandy’s safety.
Chloe leaves with Bradley to Lovers Lane, where she is killed while trying to escape. Their car crashes into a tree as Doug and others attempt to flee, which leaves everyone unconscious. Upon regaining consciousness, Mandy and Michael find themselves alone. Armed, they set out to find Janelle and Doug, only to return home and find them dead. This is quickly followed by an attack from The Hook.
Sarah Lancaster, Famously Known as ‘Ellie’ From Chuck, at 42
Sarah Lancaster, a famed American actress, has been active in the acting scene since 1993. Her prominent roles in popular shows like Saved by the Bell: The New Class, Chuck, and Everwood have left an indelible mark in Hollywood.
Born on February 12th, 1980, Sarah’s birthplace is Overland Park, Kansas. At the age of ten, she relocated to Mission Viejo, California along with her family, comprising her younger sibling Daniel and her parents, Michael and Barbara, who worked in real estate and education respectively. In California, Sarah kick-started her acting journey, signing up for acting classes and securing an agent swiftly. Her acting career began at the tender age of 13, and her education was pursued on set under a tutor’s guidance. Sarah also took classes at U.C. Irvine to complete her high school education swiftly.
Initial Steps in Her Career
Stint with Saved by the Bell: The New Class
At 13, Sarah scored her first notable acting role in Saved by the Bell: The New Class, where she portrayed Rachel Meyers. She first appeared as a guest in the first season’s episode “Swap Meet” in 1993 and was later appointed as a regular cast member until the series concluded in 1996. She was a part of 78 episodes during the show’s run.
Her character, Rachel Meyers, bore similarities to the roles of Kelly Kapowski and Jessie Spano from the predecessor series. She shared the screen with Samantha Esteban and Natalia Cigliuti. After her tenure with Saved by the Bell: The New Class, Sarah made fleeting appearances in a few other shows like Unhappily Ever After (1997) and Pacific Blue (1998) before becoming a regular in Undressed in 1999.
Journey in Acting
Role in Undressed
Sarah’s stint with Undressed was short yet pivotal as it was her second major role in a TV series, which paved the way for further opportunities. Undressed, an acclaimed comedy-drama centering on relationships, aired on MTV. Sarah portrayed Liz in the first season, appearing in 13 episodes.
She had a productive period in the early 2000s, featuring in well-known series, TV films, and movies. The 1999 horror film Lovers Lane, loosely based on the urban legend of “The Hook”, marked her debut in movies.
