Jessi Mechler is an American actress and dancer, best known for her role as Nicole in the award-winning film Boyhood (2014). Her other notable roles include: Caroline (young) in the TV series Saving Grace (2010); Gina in the web series Morganville: The Series (2014); Astrology Girl in the feature film Everybody Wants Some!! (2016). She combines her dance training (ballet, jazz, lyrical, hip-hop, tap) with her acting skills, which gives her a special presence in roles that require movement and expression. Her appearance in Boyhood, a film shot over 12 years, brought her international attention. Jessi Mechler runs her own YouTube channel with personal clips, behind-the-scenes material, and film scenes. She is also active on Instagram, where she shares insights into her creative life.