Lauren LaVera is an American actress, martial artist, and stunt performer best known for her breakout role as Sienna Shaw in the horror film Terrifier 2 (2022). Born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, she began training in martial arts at a young age, mastering disciplines such as Taekwon-Do, Kun Khmer, and Muay Thai, which later influenced her dynamic on-screen presence. Before her rise in horror cinema, LaVera appeared in several television shows and indie films, showcasing her range in both dramatic and action-oriented roles. Her performance in Terrifier 2 received widespread praise for bringing emotional depth and physical strength to the “final girl” archetype, helping to redefine the modern horror heroine.