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Djouliet Amara | |
|---|---|
| Born | Russia |
| Nationality | Canadian |
Djouliet Amara is a Canadian actress and dancer. She is known for her role as Trina Hubbard in the Apple TV+ seriesThe Big Door Prize, and for her portrayal of Viv in Molly McGlynn's 2024 comedy-drama Fitting In.[1][2]
Early life and education[edit]
Amara was born in Russia. When she was very young, her family emigrated from Russia and Sierra Leone to Winnipeg, Canada where she was raised.[3][4] Amara grew up dancing and competed in dance competitions as a child.[5] She attended Fordham University at its Lincoln Center campus, studying dance and psychology in the Ailey/Fordham BFA Program.[6]
Career[edit]
Amara's career began in dance, moving to New York to pursue dance professionally. She danced with Ailey II as a company apprentice.[7]
She launched her acting career after landing the role of Rosalind in the 2021 horror film Seance starring Suki Waterhouse. She featured on shows including Riverdale as Nancy Woods, Superman & Lois as Aubrey, Devil in Ohio as Tatiana, and on Emmy-nominated CBC and BET+ series The Porter as Corrine.
Amara booked her first lead role in Apple TV+ comedy series The Big Door Prize, playing Trina Hubbard, daughter of Dusty (Chris O'Dowd) and Cass (Gabrielle Dennis). The series was renewed for a second season, which will premiere in April 2024.[8]
Amara stars in the upcoming traumady Fitting In, directed by Molly McGlynn. She acts alongside Maddie Ziegler as Viv, best friend of Ziegler's character Lindy.
Other credits include Lulu in Guilty Party, Angie Brooks in So Help Me Todd, and Tess in Hello, Goodbye, and Everything in Between.
Amara was named one of CBC's Rising Stars for 2024.[9]
Personal life[edit]
Amara currently resides in New York City.[4]
Filmography[edit]
| Year | Title | Role | Notes | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Tales from the Hood 3 | Grace | [10] | |
| 2021 | Seance | Rosalind | [11] | |
| 2022 | Hello, Goodbye, and Everything in Between | Tess | [12] | |
| 2023 | Fitting In | Vivian | [2] |
| Year | Title | Role | Notes | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Riverdale | Nancy Woods | Episode: "Chapter Ninety-One: The Return of the Pussycats" | [13] |
| 2021 | Guilty Party | Lulu | 4 episodes | [14] |
| 2022 | The Porter | Corrine | 4 episodes | [15] |
| 2022 | Superman & Lois | Aubrey | 2 episodes | [14] |
| 2022 | Devil in Ohio | Tatiana Nelson | 4 episodes | [16] |
| 2022 | So Help Me Todd | Angie Brooks | Episode: "Big Bang Theories" | [17] |
| 2023–Present | The Big Door Prize | Trina Hubbard | Main role | [18] |
References[edit]
- ^ Petski, Denise (2022-02-07). "'The Big Door Prize': Djouliet Amara, Ally Maki & Crystal Fox Round Out Series Regular Cast For Apple TV+ Comedy". Deadline. Retrieved 2024-01-20.
- ^ a b Zemler, Emily (January 31, 2024). "'Fitting In' Review: A Coming-of-Age Story That Makes The Personal Universal". Observer.
- ^ Brandon, Marion (2022-11-01). "Djouliet Amara Features In Our Autumn/Fall 2022 Issue". Wonderland. Retrieved 2024-01-20.
- ^ a b Engstrom, Alison (2023-04-21). "Djouliet Amara On Dreaming Up Her Ideal Life, Following Her Joy, Leading With An Open Heart, and 'The Big Door Prize' On Apple TV+". Rose & Ivy. Retrieved 2024-01-25.
- ^ Richmond, Ray (May 1, 2023). "Djouliet Amara ('The Big Door Prize'): 'It's strange to think I get to play pretend all day and get paid for it' [Exclusive Video Interview]". GoldDerby.
- ^ "Djouliet Amara - In Her Own Style". www.thebaremagazine.com. Retrieved 2024-01-20.[dead link]
- ^ "A Professional Ballerina's Beauty Routine". Into The Gloss. 2018-11-30. Retrieved 2024-01-25.
- ^ "'THE BIG DOOR PRIZE' STAR DJOULIET AMARA ON PLAYING AN ANGSTY TEEN WITH SECRETS". Ebony. April 18, 2023.
- ^ Simonpillai, Radheyan (February 6, 2024). "From the stage to the big screen, Djouliet Amara branches out". CBC.
- ^ "Tales From The Hood 3 - Full Cast & Crew". TV Guide.
- ^ Rosser, Michael (February 20, 2020). "First Look: Suki Waterhouse in teen horror 'Seance' (exclusive)". Screen Daily.
- ^ Howard, Courtney (July 5, 2022). "'Hello, Goodbye and Everything in Between' Review: Netflix's Teen-Lit Romance Makes Lovefools Out of Two Lovebirds – And Us". Variety.
- ^ McCafferty, Kenna (December 17, 2021). "Q&A: Djouliet Amara in Her Feels - The Actress Weighs in On Practicing Love for Characters and for Herself". The Luna Collective.
- ^ a b Cordero, Rosy (October 14, 2021). "'Superman & Lois': Djouliet Amara Joins Season 2 Cast Of CW Series". Deadline.
- ^ Shelton Deverell, Rita (December 8, 2022). "The Porter delivers Canadian Black history to our screens: Q & A with Djouliet Amara". ACTRA Magazine.
- ^ Cordero, Rosy (October 19, 2021). "'Devil In Ohio': Netflix Rounds Out Cast Of Emily Deschanel Limited Series". Deadline.
- ^ Lee-Greene, Tagan (November 17, 2022). "WHEN LYLE'S NIECE IS ACCUSED OF COMMITTING A CRIME ON HER COLLEGE CAMPUS, LYLE ENLISTS MARGARET AND TODD TO VINDICATE HER, ON "SO HELP ME TODD," THURSDAY, DEC. 8". Paramount Press Express.
- ^ Petski, Denise (February 7, 2022). "'The Big Door Prize': Djouliet Amara, Ally Maki & Crystal Fox Round Out Series Regular Cast For Apple TV+ Comedy". Deadline.