Susan Lavelle, born Susan Ashley Leavell, is from West Monroe, Louisiana. She was in ballet, gymnastics, community theatre and pageants growing up. Her mother was a school teacher and her father was in sales. Susan attended Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
Some of her 2021 credits: Thelma and Weazy ( sequel to Diamond Heist) Diamond Heist-comedy short film, finalist at film festivals. Lost but Found-drama short film, winner and finalist at film festivals. No Name and Dynamite Davenport-feature film, Birthmark Killer- feature film as Helen Dear Mother-feature film, title role -Adriana
Susan has studied with Howard Fine, Iris Klein and her much loved acting coach and mentor, the late Janet Alhanti.
Susan received a Best Supporting Actress Award at the Mercurio Short film festival for her work in the comedy short film, Diamond Heist, directed by Dianna Ippolito. Best Supporting Actress, Hydro winner, 2021
Susan Lavelle is an accomplished equestrian. Horses being a passion. She has had a pitbull rescue and a horse rescue. Susan is a happy person who laughs a lot and spends her off time with her animals, kids and dear friends.