The great-great-granddaughter of a 19th century Iranian Shah, Fath Ali Shah Qajar.
Moved to Los Angeles in 2000
When she got the part of "Carmen De La Pica" she wasn't sure she wanted it, but now considers it her dream role.
Studied Opera
Named #90 on the Maxim magazine "Hot 100 of 2005" list.
Sarah Shahi Detailed Biography -
Sarah Shahi (born January 10, 1980 in Euless, Texas, USA) is an American actress, model and former cheerleader of Iranian and Spanish descent. Shahi was named #90 on the Maxim magazine "Hot 100 of 2005" list.
She is best known for her role as Carmen in the Showtime television series The L Word. Previously, she was a member of the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders 1999-2000 squad. She appeared on the cover of their 2000 calendar.
She is a great-great-granddaughter of Fat'h Ali Shah of the Iranian Qajar dynasty.
