Shannon Elizabeth is embracing a new chapter, and her fans couldn’t be more thrilled. The “American Pie” star, 52, delighted followers with a beautiful swimsuit photo on Instagram Sunday while enjoying a luxury beach escape in Mauritius. The post marked a special milestone: it was the first time the actress had publicly shared a bathing suit photo in 25 years.
Shannon Elizabeth Says Mauritius ‘Raised the Bar’ as Fans Recall Her ‘American Pie’ Breakout Era
“Mauritius just raised the bar! ☀️,” the former “Dancing With The Stars” wrote in her Instagram caption.
“A day at Shangri-La Le Touessrok… pristine white sand beaches, a private island you reach by boat, and the most dreamy beachside lunch at Coco’s Beach House. This place is something else.”
The last time Elizabeth appeared in a swimsuit for the cameras was in 2001, when she graced the pages of Maxim magazine.
Before that, she famously wore white lingerie in the 1999 teen comedy “American Pie,” the role that launched her into Hollywood stardom.
Elizabeth Launched an OnlyFans & Says Fans Have Been Supportive
The Texas native’s beach getaway post comes as she embarks on a new venture with OnlyFans, a decision she discussed in a heartfelt interview with Us Weekly.
“My fans have come out for me like nothing I could have ever expected,” Elizabeth shared. “It’s been a while, and I didn’t know if anybody would show up, if anybody would care that I was doing content.”
The overwhelming response has meant the world to her. “To see the fans come out and support me the way they have has just been so overwhelming and humbling and exciting. It drives me to want to do more, to share more, and to give back more,” she continued.
Before taking the plunge, Elizabeth turned to someone who knows the platform well: her “Love Actually” co-star Denise Richards, who has been creating content on OnlyFans for nearly four years.
Getty“I reached out to Denise, actually,” she said. “Denise has been really helpful. She’s talked me through the whole thing, and she recommended people that she worked with who helped to teach her. I’m sure sometime in the future, maybe we’ll do a collaboration together.”
Elizabeth Rose to Fame in ‘American Pie’ & Became a Hollywood Staple
GettyElizabeth first captured Hollywood’s attention in the late 1990s when she starred as Nadia in “American Pie” alongside Jason Biggs and Tara Reid. The breakout role quickly turned her into one of the era’s most recognizable stars.
Throughout the 2000s, Elizabeth built a steady career across film and television, appearing in fan-favorite movies including “Scary Movie”, “American Pie 2”, “Jay” and “Silent Bob Strike Back”, “Tomcats”, and the beloved holiday hit “Love Actually”. She also made memorable appearances on That ’70s Show and several other popular TV series.
She appeared on the cover of Maxim magazine multiple times, competed on Season 6 of “Dancing with the Stars” alongside partner Derek Hough, and later developed a successful reputation in professional poker, competing in celebrity tournaments in Las Vegas.
In recent years, the actress has continued taking on new projects, including roles in “American Reunion,” “Marshall’s Miracle,” “Plan B,” and “The Outsider.” She also joined the cast of “Celebrity Big Brother” in 2018.
Elizabeth is now preparing for the release of her upcoming film “First Witch”, a thriller centered on a couple who travel to a small town seeking help from a traditional healer, only to uncover disturbing secrets along the way.
Before her rise in Hollywood, Elizabeth worked as a model for Ford and Elite Models in Texas.
Over the years, her journey from model to actress to poker player has helped her remain a lasting and much-loved figure in entertainment for more than two decades.
