Emilie Ullerup
A Danish actress who found her niche in North American television, bringing warmth and complexity to characters in sci-fi and heartfelt family dramas.
Born 1984 (age 42)·Danish actress·Birthday: October 27·Millennials
Biography
Emilie Ullerup left her native Denmark for Vancouver, chasing an acting dream that would require her to master a new language and industry. Her breakthrough came not with a whisper, but with the otherworldly challenges of 'Sanctuary,' where she played Ashley Magnus, a character whose journey from a dedicated protector to a powerful antagonist showcased Ullerup's range. This role cemented her status in the sci-fi and fantasy community. She later pivoted seamlessly to the warmth of Hallmark's 'Chesapeake Shores,' portraying Bree O'Brien, a writer navigating family and romance, which endeared her to a different, devoted audience. Ullerup's career is a study in transatlantic adaptation, building a steady and respected presence through consistent, grounded performances.
Millennials
1981–1996
The first digital natives. Grew up with the internet, came of age during 9/11 and the 2008 crash. Highly educated, deeply indebted, slower to marry and buy houses. Redefined work, identity, and what it means to be an adult.
Emilie was born in 1984, placing them squarely in the Millennials. The events that shaped this generation — the internet revolution, 9/11, and the 2008 financial crisis — shaped the world they entered and the choices available to them.
#1 When Emilie Was Born
The biggest hits of 1984
#1 Movie
Beverly Hills Cop
Best Picture
Amadeus
#1 TV Show
Dallas
Emilie's Life & Times
The world at every milestone
1984Born
Apple Macintosh introduced
Gas: $1.13/galHome: $59,800Min wage: $3.35/hrPresident: Ronald Reagan"When Doves Cry" — PrinceBest Picture: Amadeus
1989Started school
Berlin Wall falls; Tiananmen Square protests
Gas: $1.00/galHome: $79,100Min wage: $3.35/hrPresident: George H.W. Bush"Look Away" — ChicagoBest Picture: Driving Miss Daisy
1997Became a teenager
Princess Diana dies in Paris car crash; Harry Potter published
Gas: $1.23/galHome: $104,100Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: Bill Clinton"Candle in the Wind 1997" — Elton JohnBest Picture: Titanic
2000Could drive
Y2K passes without incident; contested Bush-Gore election
Gas: $1.51/galHome: $119,600Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: Bill Clinton"Breathe" — Faith HillBest Picture: Gladiator
2002Could vote
Euro currency enters circulation
Gas: $1.36/galHome: $137,800Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: George W. Bush"How You Remind Me" — NickelbackBest Picture: Chicago
2005Turned 21
Hurricane Katrina devastates New Orleans; YouTube launches
Gas: $2.30/galHome: $167,500Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: George W. Bush"We Belong Together" — Mariah CareyBest Picture: Crash
2014Turned 30
Russia annexes Crimea; Ebola outbreak in West Africa
Gas: $3.37/galHome: $160,700Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Barack Obama"Happy" — Pharrell WilliamsBest Picture: Birdman
2024Turned 40
AI reshapes industries; Paris Olympics
Gas: $3.31/galHome: $372,000Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Joe Biden"Espresso" — Sabrina CarpenterBest Picture: Anora
2026Age 42 today
Gas: $3.91/galPresident: Donald Trump
Key Achievements
- Played the central role of Ashley Magnus across four seasons of the sci-fi series 'Sanctuary.'
- Starred as lead character Bree O'Brien for six seasons on the Hallmark Channel series 'Chesapeake Shores.'
- Appeared in a variety of popular television series including 'Supernatural,' 'The Killing,' and 'Travelers.'
Did You Know?
She is fluent in Danish, English, and German.
Ullerup studied at the William Esper Studio in New York to hone her craft.
She is an accomplished equestrian and often performs her own horse-riding stunts.
Before acting, she considered a career as a forensic pathologist.
“I learned English by watching 'Friends' and working on set.”
