Shay Mitchell, the beloved actress known for her role as Emily Fields on the hit series “Pretty Little Liars,” recently revealed that she is hesitant to watch the show with her 4-year-old daughter, Atlas. During an appearance on “The Jennifer Hudson Show,” Shay admitted that she and her partner often contemplate whether they should revisit the show once Atlas is old enough.
The 37-year-old Canadian actress reflected on her time working on the show, describing it as an “incredible experience” alongside her co-stars Lucy Hale, Ashley Benson, Troian Bellisario, and Sasha Pieterse. She shared how Emily’s journey on the show, which involved coming out as gay and dealing with a mysterious stalker, was both challenging and rewarding.
Despite her fond memories of filming “Pretty Little Liars,” Shay expressed some reservations about watching the entire seven-season series with her daughter. She acknowledged that it was a significant part of her career but admitted that she may need some time before revisiting the show.
In a previous interview, Shay opened up about her initial fears and insecurities about her acting abilities compared to her co-stars. However, she emphasized that she learned and grew as an actress during her time on the show, even if she didn’t consider her performance to be award-winning.
On a personal note, Shay welcomed her daughters, Atlas and Rome, with her partner Matte Babel, whom she has been dating since 2017. As Shay navigates motherhood and reflects on her acting journey, fans eagerly await to see if she will eventually introduce her daughters to the iconic series that launched her career.