Shelby Rabara

Shelby Rabara (also credited as 쉘비 라바라) is an American screen artist—actress, dancer, and voice performer—born on October 5, 1983, in Orange County, California. Blending movement and character work, she has built a career across film, television, and commercial projects.

Rabara first gained visibility through dance-forward appearances, including Fame, and later popped up in mainstream features such as 17 Again as a cheerleader. On television, she has added memorable supporting turns, including her role as Randi on Community.

Her most recognized work comes from voice acting: Rabara voices Peridot in Cartoon Network’s Steven Universe franchise, spanning specials and companion projects like Steven Universe: The Movie, Steven Universe: Heart of the Crystal Gems, and the behind-the-scenes feature Behind the Curtain. She has continued expanding her animation footprint with roles such as Tessie in Wally’s Opening Day and Snappy in Toy Story 5.