Caterina Scorsone is a Canadian actress best known for her role as Dr. Amelia Shepherd on the television series Grey's Anatomy and its spin-off, Private Practice. Born on October 16, 1981, in Toronto, Ontario, she began her acting career in the late 1990s and gained recognition for her performances in various television shows and films. In addition to her work on Grey's Anatomy, Scorsone has appeared in other popular series such as The Family and Alice. She is known for her strong performances and has received praise for her ability to portray complex characters. Scorsone is also an advocate for autism awareness, as her daughter is on the autism spectrum.