Shelby Simmons

Shelby Simmons is an American actress. On television, she is known for her roles in the Netflix series Prince of Peoria (2018–2019) and the Disney Channel series Bunk'd (2019–2021, 2024). Her films include Stargirl.

Early life Simmons began acting in school plays at a young age, including a middle-school production of Shrek, in which she played Princess Fiona.

Career

Simmons had her first main role as Sydney Quinn in the Netflix Prince of Peoria in 2018. Her character is described as a straight-A with a wild side. She also played Natalie in the second season of the Disney Channel series Andi Mack.

In 2019, Simmons joined the main cast of Bunk'd on Disney Channel as Ava King for its fourth and fifth seasons, with a guest appearance in the show's series finale. She reprised the role in Raven’s Home.

Simmons featured in the 2020 films Stargirl on Disney+ as Hillari Kimble and Selfie Dad as Hannah Marcus. She has an upcoming role in the interactive slasher film Slay Day.

Personal life Simmons is an active pet owner, owning a dog and a white rabbit. She is also a Christian.

Filmography +Key Denotes productions that have not yet been released

Film Year Title Role Notes 2020 Selfie Dad Hannah Marcus 2020 Stargirl Hillari Kimble Disney+ film 2022 Night at the Museum: Kahmunrah Rises Again Mia 2025 A Big Bold Beautiful Journey Stage Manager 2025 One Stupid Thing Sophia 2026 The Gates Tiffany 2026 Slay Day Renee

Television Year Title Role Notes 2017 Game Shakers Shanelle 1 episode 2017 The Bugaloos Courage Television film 2018 School of Rock Jacqueline 1 episode 2018 Andi Mack Natalie 3 episodes 2018–2019 Prince of Peoria Sydney Main Role 2019–2021, 2024 Bunk'd Ava King Main Role (Seasons 4–5) Guest star (Season 7) 2019 Henry Danger Joss Moss 1 episode 2020 Raven's Home Ava King 1 episode 2022 Snow Day Claire Television film