Alexis Rose

Alexis Claire Rose is a fictional character in the Canadian sitcom Schitt's Creek, which began airing on CBC and Pop TV in 2015. Alexis, a member of the central Rose family, is introduced as the spoiled socialite daughter of Johnny and Moira Rose, and the younger sister of David Rose. Her early stories revolve around her efforts to adjust to life in Schitt's Creek after her family loses their fortune, as well as her romantic entanglements with locals Mutt Schitt and Ted Mullins. In later seasons, Alexis's story focuses on her educational pursuits and the establishment of her public relations business, Alexis Rose Communications. Alexis Rose is portrayed by actress Annie Murphy. She secured the role after Alexis's initial portrayer, Abby Elliott, was unable to continue in the role when Schitt's Creek was picked up to series by the CBC. Murphy's performance has been largely praised by fans and critics, with some critics calling her the show's "breakout star". For her work as Alexis, Murphy has been nominated for three Canadian Screen Awards and one Gracie Award, an award she won in 2019. 2Role in Schitt's Creek Schitt's Creek follows the trials and tribulations of the once wealthy Rose family, who are banished to the titular town after losing their fortune to an embezzling business manager. A globetrotting socialite, Alexis is introduced as the self-absorbed adult daughter of Johnny (Eugene Levy) and Moira Rose (Catherine O'Hara) who has little time for Schitt's Creek or her family. She settles into town with the help of love interests Mutt Schitt (Tim Rozen) and Ted Mullins (Dustin Milligan) and eventually finds work as a receptionist at Ted's veterinary clini