Odette Yustman

Odette Yustman is the birth name of the actress professionally known as Odette Annable (born May 10, 1985). Born in Los Angeles, California, she initially performed under her birth name before professionally adopting "Annable" (her mother's maiden name). The name reflects her multicultural heritage and family background. Throughout her career, both names have been used interchangeably in various professional contexts, though she is more commonly credited as Odette Annable in contemporary film and television work. Her decision to adopt her mother's maiden name professionally while maintaining her original surname represents the common practice among entertainment professionals of choosing stage names for various reasons, whether for marquee appeal, family homage, or personal branding. Yustman/Annable has built a successful career spanning over two decades in entertainment, demonstrating that both names carry equal professional legitimacy and have become associated with her accomplished body of work.