
SHF8 Guest of Honor: Ashley Laurence
We are thrilled to announce our 2025 guest of honor, Ashley Laurence!
Ashley’s portrayal of Kirsty Cotton in the Hellraiser franchise is a cornerstone of horror cinema. Kirsty embodies vulnerability, resilience and defiance in the face of unimaginable terror.

Ashley gives voice to a character whose struggle against demonic and otherworldly forces leaves a lasting impact and truly transcends the genre. Through Kirsty, Ashley Laurence has helped shape the evolution of the final girl, proving that strength isn’t just about survival, but about confronting the darkness head on. We could not be more thrilled to be hosting Ashley here in Salem for our opening night!
