Emmy Rossum

Emmy Rossum (born Emmanuelle Grey Rossum) is an American actress and singer-songwriter. She gained early attention for her work as a child performer and later appeared in film and television. Rossum starred as Christine Daaé in *The Phantom of the Opera* (2004), a role that helped broaden her international profile. She is also widely known for playing Fiona Gallagher on the Showtime series *Shameless* (2011–2021). In addition to acting, Rossum has released music as a vocalist and songwriter. Her career spans stage, screen, and recording, with performances noted for emotional intensity and strong musicality.