Stephanie Barkley was born in Chicago, IL. She is of Sicilian descent. She graduated from Indiana University with a degree in Bachelor of Arts, Studio Art. While in Chicago, she worked in the art department for
Witless Protection (2008),
Trucker (2008),
Eagle Eye (2008), and
Leverage (2008). After moving to New York City, she continued using her talents on many television shows and movies including Art Director for
Once Upon a Time in Brooklyn (2013),
Saturday Night Live (1975) and
The Normal Heart (2014) and Production Designer for
Sharknado 2: The Second One (2014). After attending UCB in New York City, she made a decision to step in front of the camera. She has appeared in many films and television shows including a lead role in
The Canyonlands (2021).