Mckenna Grace Biography
Beginnings
Mckenna Grace was born in Grapevine, Texas, in 2006. Entering beauty pageants as 'Tiny Miss Texas,' her journey soon took a surprising turn when she discovered her passion for acting at just four years old, thanks to her great-grandmother's gift of Shirley Temple DVDs.
Dedication
Homeschooled and equipped with on-set tutors, Mckenna Grace devoted her time entirely to honing her craft. Starting off with a commercial role at the age of five, Grace quickly made her presence felt on the small screen by recurring as Jasmine Bernstein on Disney XD's 'Crash & Bernstein' in 2012.
Rising Star
In 2013, she made her film debut in 'Goodbye World' and snagged a recurring role as Faith Newman on the popular soap opera 'The Young and the Restless.' Mckenna Grace's breakout moment arrived in 2017 when she starred in the drama film 'Gifted.' Her role earned her praise and a nomination for the Critics' Choice Movie Award for Best Young Performer.
Critical Acclaim
Her talent for immersing herself in diverse roles continued to shine as she landed a recurring role on the critically acclaimed Hulu series, 'The Handmaid's Tale,' as Esther Keyes in 2021, earning herself a nomination for Outstanding Guest Actress in a Drama Series.
Hollywood Success
Her crowning achievement, however, was securing a lead role in the highly anticipated 'Ghostbusters: Afterlife' in 2021, embodying the character of Phoebe Spengler. Her portrayal garnered widespread praise, solidifying her status as one of Hollywood's brightest young talents.
Beyond the Spotlight
Outside of the spotlight, Mckenna Grace keeps her personal life private. However, she has shared her love for Minecraft and Mortal Kombat in interviews and released her debut single, 'Haunted House,' in 2021. The multi-talented actress is also an avid collector of knickknacks, Polaroids, and stuffed animals, often embracing her unique interests.