| Melissa Hastings | |
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| Pretty Little Liars character | |
 Torrey DeVitto, who portrays Melissa in the television series. | |
| First appearance | |
| Last appearance | |
| Created by | Sara Shepard |
| Portrayed by | Torrey DeVitto |
| Developed by | I. Marlene King |
| In-universe information | |
| Full name | Melissa Josephine Hastings |
| Alias | Television:
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| Nickname | Maleficent (television) |
| Occupation | |
| Family | General:
Novel:
Television:
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| Spouse |
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| Significant other | Novel:
Television:
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| Nationality | American |
| Alma mater | University of Pennsylvania |
| Residence |
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| Seasons | 1–7 |
| Status | Alive |
Melissa Hastings is a fictional character in the Pretty Little Liars franchise. Created in 2006 by Sara Shepard for the book series, the character was later reworked by I. Marlene King, the developer of the television series, in which she is portrayed by Torrey DeVitto. An antiheroine, Melissa is sister to protagonist Spencer Hastings, and the daughter of Peter and Veronica Hastings. She is a fierce woman who does everything to succeed in her life goals. In print, she is a guest character, while on screen Melissa has a much bigger presence in the story.
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