Patterson transitioned from modeling to acting with a debut in Kyle XY (2006) and eventually secured breakout roles that established her as a household name in the drama and romance genres:
: In 2018, she portrayed Cynthia Applewhite in the Universal Pictures biographical drama Unbroken: Path to Redemption , a role for which she received critical acclaim from faith and family film festivals. Latest News Merritt Patterson
: A mainstay for both Hallmark Channel and Great American Family , she has starred in over a dozen holiday favorites, including Christmas at the Palace , The Christmas Cottage , and Catering Christmas . Patterson transitioned from modeling to acting with a
: She gained significant fame as Olivia Matheson in the Pretty Little Liars spin-off, Ravenswood (2013), and as Ophelia Pryce in E!'s first scripted series, The Royals (2015), starring alongside Elizabeth Hurley. Merritt Patterson signed an exclusive multi picture deal
Merritt Patterson signed an exclusive multi picture deal with GAC.
: In early 2026, Great American Media announced a multi-picture deal with Patterson, ensuring she remains a central star for their upcoming slate of movies.