Awkwafina

Nora Lum, widely recognized by her stage name Awkwafina, was born on June 2, 1988. She is an American actress and rapper who first gained widespread attention in 2012 with her viral rap song 'My Vag,' which captivated audiences on YouTube. This breakthrough led to her debut album, 'Yellow Ranger,' released in 2014, and a notable appearance on the MTV comedy series 'Girl Code' from 2014 to 2015.

Awkwafina's transition to film was marked by her supporting roles in several popular comedies, including 'Neighbors 2: Sorority Rising' (2016), 'Ocean's 8' (2018), 'Crazy Rich Asians' (2018), and 'Jumanji: The Next Level' (2019). Her performance in 'The Farewell' (2019) as a grieving young woman earned her a prestigious Golden Globe Award, solidifying her status in the entertainment industry.

From 2020 to 2023, she took on multiple roles as a co-creator, writer, and executive producer of the Comedy Central series 'Awkwafina Is Nora from Queens,' where she portrayed a fictionalized version of herself. In 2021, she made her mark in the Marvel Cinematic Universe by playing Katy in 'Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings.'

In addition to her on-screen work, Awkwafina has lent her voice to various animated films, including 'Storks' (2016), 'The Angry Birds Movie 2' (2019), 'Raya and the Last Dragon' (2021), and 'The Bad Guys' (2022). She continues to expand her voice acting repertoire with upcoming projects such as 'The Little Mermaid,' 'Migration,' and 'Kung Fu Panda 4.' Her recent achievement includes winning a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Television Movie for her role in and production of the TV movie 'Quiz Lady' (2023).