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Perry Mattfeld

Perry Mattfeld is an American actress and producer known for her roles in television, especially as Murphy Mason in The CW crime drama In the Dark.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated September 10, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Perry Mattfeld is an American actress and producer known for her roles in television, especially as Murphy Mason in The CW crime drama In the Dark. She began her career in dance and later transitioned into acting, with earlier appearances in series such as Shameless and Wizards of Waverly Place. Her work has been available to Canadian audiences through television distribution and streaming, especially In the Dark, which circulated internationally.

Early life and education

Perry Frances Garcia Mattfeld was born in Los Angeles, California, on March 29, 1994. Sources indicate she trained in ballet as a child and later studied acting at the University of Southern California.

Career

Mattfeld began performing at a young age and later appeared in television guest and recurring roles. She became widely known for her lead role as Murphy Mason in In the Dark, while earlier credits include Shameless and Wizards of Waverly Place.

Public recognition

In the Dark brought Mattfeld broader recognition because of its central role and long-running exposure. Her work has also been noted in entertainment profiles that describe her transition from dancer to screen actor.

Personal life

Publicly available biographical sources state that Mattfeld married former NFL quarterback Mark Sanchez in 2023.

Key facts

  • She is best known for playing Murphy Mason in In the Dark.
  • She had early television roles in Shameless and Wizards of Waverly Place.
  • Her career began in dance before she moved into acting.
  • She studied at the University of Southern California.
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Canadian context

Her work has been available to Canadian audiences through television distribution and streaming, especially In the Dark, which circulated internationally.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Perry Mattfeld?
Perry Mattfeld is an American actress and producer best known for playing Murphy Mason in In the Dark.
When was Perry Mattfeld born?
She was born on March 29, 1994.
What is Perry Mattfeld known for?
She is known for In the Dark, and for earlier roles in Shameless and Wizards of Waverly Place.
What was Perry Mattfeld’s first career field?
She began as a dancer, training in ballet before moving into acting.
Where did Perry Mattfeld study?
She studied at the University of Southern California.
Is Perry Mattfeld married?
Yes. Public biographical sources list her spouse as Mark Sanchez, with a 2023 marriage.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Perry_Mattfeld
    Supports: Birth name, birth date, occupation, years active, spouse, and major acting credits.
  2. Wikipedia (Spanish) — https://es.wikipedia.org/wiki/Perry_Mattfeld
    Supports: Birth name, birth date, nationality, occupation, and notable roles.
  3. TV Insider — https://www.tvinsider.com/people/perry-mattfeld/
    Supports: Career background, dance training, University of Southern California education, and role in In the Dark.
  4. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm3018183/bio/
    Supports: Birth name, birth place, dance background, USC education, and spouse information.
  5. Golden Globes — https://www.goldenglobes.com/articles/perry-mattfeld-goes-dark/
    Supports: Early dance training and career progression to Shameless and In the Dark.