Shiona "Shi LaChef" Curry, is an American actress born and raised outside of Atlanta, GA. She is best known for her work in Dolly Parton's Heartstrings (2019). She is also a vegan chef, CEO, author, and speaker. She is the middle of three children, born to Jonathan Curry, a musical producer and M. Celeste Curry, a psychological therapist and natural health practitioner. Shiona's name means "Virtuous." She has been featured on CBS, NBC, ABC, and FOX cooking up natural foods that make your taste buds dance. She has had starring roles in Atlanta area plays, and has now begun her career in feature films and television series.