Twin Peaks is an American television series created by Mark Frost and David Lynch that aired on ABC from April 8, 1990 to June 10, 1991. The show follows FBI Special Agent Dale Cooper as he investigates the murder of homecoming queen Laura Palmer in the fictional town of Twin Peaks, Washington. The show's cast includes many well-known actors, including Kyle MacLachlan, Sheryl Lee, Ray Wise, and Piper Laurie. One of the more recognizable faces on the show is that of Mädchen Amick, who plays Shelly Johnson, a waitress at the local diner and Laura Palmer's best friend. Amick has appeared in a number of films and television shows since her time on Twin Peaks. She had a recurring role on the show Gilmore Girls and has also appeared in ER, CSI: Miami, and Dawson's Creek. In recent years, she has had roles on the shows Gossip Girl, Californication, and American Horror Story. Amick currently lives in Los Angeles with her husband and two children. Twin Peaks is set to return for a limited run on Showtime in 2017. It is not yet known if Amick will be appearing in the new series.