Spencer Jill Hastings

Spencer Jill Hastings is a fictional character in the Pretty Little Liars novels and its television adaptation. She is a member of the group known as the Liars, and is best friend to the four other members, who are also protagonists. She is portrayed by Troian Bellisario in the television series. Spencer is known in the fictional town of Rosewood for her sophisticated charm, intelligence, hardheadedness, and, at times, dangerous dedication to achieve her life goals. She is part of the very wealthy, powerful family; Spencer's parents, Veronica and Peter, are both linked to politics and her sister, Melissa is an equally accomplished grad student.