Taylor RussellCanadian actress
Date of Birth: 18.07.1994
Country: Canada |
Content:
- Childhood and Early Life
- Early Career and Struggles
- Breakthrough and Notable Roles
- Personal Life
- Activism and Social Impact
- Recent Projects and Upcoming Roles
Childhood and Early Life
Taylor Russell McKenzie was born on July 18, 1994, in Vancouver, Canada. Her father pursued an acting career, which led to the family's frequent relocations. Taylor grew up with adopted siblings in Toronto, moving 16 times.
Early Career and Struggles
Although initially aspiring to be an artist, Taylor's interest in acting sparked at age 12. However, her early acting classes lacked the desired impact due to pressure and restrictions imposed by her teacher.
Breakthrough and Notable Roles
Taylor Russell made her screen debut in 2012's "Emily Owens, M.D." and went on to appear in various episodic roles. Her breakout came in 2015 with the sci-fi series "Falling Skies," produced by Steven Spielberg. In subsequent years, she starred in "Escape Room" (2019), "Waves" (2019), for which she received critical acclaim, and "Lost in Space" (2018-present), earning a Saturn Award nomination.
Personal Life
Taylor Russell keeps her personal life private and rarely shares information about romantic relationships. She has been linked to actor Lucas Hedges, with whom she co-starred in "Waves."
Activism and Social Impact
As a mixed-race woman (white mother, Black father), Taylor Russell has faced racism and colorism. She uses her platform to advocate for representation and challenge stereotypes.
Recent Projects and Upcoming Roles
In 2021, Taylor Russell starred in "Escape Room: Tournament of Champions" and "The Lovebirds." She currently appears in the third season of "Lost in Space" and is set to star in Luca Guadagnino's upcoming film "Bones & All" alongside Chloe Sevigny and Timothée Chalamet.