Alissa was born and raised in Montgomery Alabama USA. Before pursuing screen acting and country music,she spent 12 years rising through competitive gymnastics and training in ballet. She transitioned into acting in 2015, appearing in various film shorts, music videos and commercial model campaigns. She is best known for starring in the lead role of the 2020 horror/thriller film "Hallowed Be Thy Name." Alongside her acting career, she releases original Southern Country music, including her single"Ride".