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Naomi ScottBritish actress, singer and musician
Date of Birth: 06.05.1993
Country:  Great Britain |
Content:
- Naomi Grace Scott: A Rising Star in Hollywood
- Television Breakout
- Disney Stardom
- Sci-Fi and Disaster Films
- Blockbusters and Superhero Roles
- The Princess Jasmine Controversy
- Personal Life and Activism
- Current Projects
- Filmography
Naomi Grace Scott: A Rising Star in Hollywood
Early Life and CareerNaomi Grace Scott was born in London on May 6, 1993, to a British father and an Indian-Gujarati mother. Her passion for music blossomed at a young age, leading her to perform in church and music school. At 16, she caught the attention of British pop singer Kelle Bryan and signed a contract with Xenomania.
Television Breakout
Scott's acting career took off in 2006 with a small role in the detective series "Lewis." She gained further recognition in the family comedy series "Life Bites" (2008-2009) as Megan.
Disney Stardom
In 2010, Scott's star soared with her role as Mohini "Mo" Banjaree in the Disney musical film "Lemonade Mouth." This performance showcased her vocal talents and established her as a Disney favorite.
Sci-Fi and Disaster Films
In 2011, Scott starred in the sci-fi television series "Terra Nova," portraying Maddie Shannon. Despite the series' high production costs, it was canceled after one season. She also appeared in the disaster film "33" (2013), which depicted the story of 33 miners trapped underground in Chile.
Blockbusters and Superhero Roles
In 2015, Scott joined Ridley Scott's "The Martian" alongside Matt Damon. She later portrayed Kimberly Hart, the Pink Ranger, in the 2017 blockbuster "Power Rangers."
The Princess Jasmine Controversy
In 2017, Scott was cast as Princess Jasmine in Disney's live-action adaptation of "Aladdin." This role drew some criticism due to her light skin color, as the original animated film implied that Agrabah was located in the Middle East. However, Scott's performance was praised by critics.
Personal Life and Activism
Naomi Scott married British footballer Jordan Spence in 2014. She is a devout Christian and has participated in missionary work abroad.
Current Projects
In addition to promoting her upcoming film "Aladdin" (2019), Scott has released two music videos, "Vows" and "Lover's Lies." She remains active on social media, sharing updates on her personal life and musical endeavors.
Filmography
"Lewis" (2006-2015)"Life Bites" (2008-2009)
"Lemonade Mouth" (2010)
"Terra Nova" (2011)
"Modern/Love" (2012)
"By Any Means" (2013)
"Our Lady of Lourdes" (2013)
"Hello, Again" (2014)
"33" (2015)
"The Martian" (2015)
"Power Rangers" (2017)
"Aladdin" (2019)
