Meet Avery Masselink of Miracle Mile

Today we’d like to introduce you to Avery Masselink.

Hi Avery, we’d love for you to start by introducing yourself.
I grew up between Dublin, Ireland, and across Canada, surrounded by a rich mix of cultures and stories that deeply shaped my curiosity about people. I’ve always felt drawn to others; their experiences, emotions, and perspectives…and that empathy naturally extended to my love of the screen. No matter what was happening in my life, the cinema has always been a place where I felt safe, understood, and able to express myself. Through film, I’ve learned to see the world through different eyes, to reflect, and to connect more deeply with my own emotions. I’ve always been an expressive, emotional person and have loved performing for as long as I can remember. Whether it was for my family in the living room, on stage at school, or now professionally on set. That lifelong passion led me to study acting at the American Academy of Dramatic Arts in Los Angeles, following my studies in creative writing, English, and film at the University of Victoria, and continues to drive me as both an artist and storyteller today.

Would you say it’s been a smooth road, and if not what are some of the biggest challenges you’ve faced along the way?
It definitely hasn’t been a smooth road. I’ve faced my share of family challenges, loss, and constant change—moving from place to place while my family made many sacrifices to support me. For a long time, my choice to pursue this career wasn’t fully understood or supported by everyone around me, especially friends from home who didn’t always see the vision or believe it was possible. That kind of doubt can be difficult to face, but I’ve come to see it as something that’s shaped me for the better. The struggles, the sacrifices, and the tragedies in my upbringing have made me more resilient and deeply empathetic—not only as a person but as a performer. They’ve given me a stronger emotional foundation to draw from and a greater appreciation for the beauty and pain that make us human.

Can you tell our readers more about what you do and what you think sets you apart from others?
I started out doing a lot of comedy, which I’m really proud of because it taught me how to be open, instinctive, and not take myself too seriously. But over time and through gaining a lot of confidence growing into an adult, I’ve been drawn to dramatic roles that challenge me emotionally and mentally. My work has always been about connection, as in finding truth in every kind of moment. Whether it’s heartbreak, loss, some tragedy or humouring life happenings, its all apart of life anyhow. I’ve always been a deeply emotional person and, to be honestly quite a bit of an overthinker, but in this career that’s been an absolute gift. It helps me tap into the depth of a character, find their humanity, understand even their darker choices or what makes them tick, and bring a real sense of empathy and honesty to my performances.

What are your plans for the future?
Looking ahead, I’ve deffo’ got my eyes set on a few creatively exciting opportunities. Some with production companies back home in the EU and also the UK, especially in Ireland, which would feel like such a full-circle moment for me. I’m also really happy to see how much incredible work is happening back home in Canada right now—there’s such a buzz in the industry up north which is always brilliant to see, and so many projects I’d love to sink my teeth into. That being said, I’m keeping my cards a little close to my chest. I’m a bit of a superstitious gal and a big believer in manifestation, so I’m trusting that what’s meant for me will find its way. I can’t wait to share more when the time comes, but for now, I’m just staying open, focused, working hard and excited for what’s next.

Contact Info:

• Website: https://www.averymasselink.com/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/averymasselink/

Image Credits
Karolina Turek