Bethany Joy at Beachland Ballroom & Tavern

Bethany Joy Lenz is an American actress and musician. She is known for her portrayal of Haley James Scott on the WB, and later the CW, television drama One Tree Hill (2003–2012). She also starred as Michelle Bauer Santos on the CBS Daytime soap opera Guiding Light (1998–2000) and is recognized for her music as a solo artist and as a member of the band Everly. Between 2021 and 2025, Lenz served as a co-host of the Drama Queens podcast alongside former One Tree Hill cast members.