Melissa Ordway

Melissa Pam Gaston (née Ordway; born March 31, 1983) is an American actress and model. She gained recognition for her role as Abby Newman on the CBS soap opera The Young and the Restless. Born in Atlanta, Georgia, Melissa began her acting career in community theatre and high school productions. She starred in stage performances of Beauty and the Beast, The Women, A Midsummer Night's Dream, and more. Melissa has also been featured in campaigns for major brands like Skechers, Old Navy, David's Bridal, Anchor Blue, and Tillys. In 2022, she was nominated for an Emmy for Best Supporting Actress in a Daytime Drama. Melissa Ordway is a graduate of Georgia State University and a member of the Delta Zeta sorority.