Matilda Lawler is a talented young American actress recognized for her mature, emotionally resonant performances in television and film.
She first gained widespread acclaim for her role as young Kirsten Raymonde in the HBO Max miniseries Station Eleven (2021), earning critical praise and award nominations.
She is also known for starring as Flora in the Disney+ film Flora & Ulysses, appearing in The Santa Clauses, The Gilded Age, and the upcoming It: Welcome to Derry.
Profile
- Full Name: Matilda Lawler
- Born: September 08 2008
- Age: 17 Years old
- Birthplace: California, United States
- Nationality: American
- Ethnicity: White / Caucasian
- Occupation: Actress
- Height: 1.42 m
- Religion: Christianity
- Parents: Matthew Lawler and Mara Lawler (née Demey)
- Siblings: Lily Lawler
- Spouse: None
- Children: None
- Relationship: Single
- Net Worth: $1.2 million USD
Early Life and Education
Matilda Lawler was born on September 08, 2008, in California, United States, to actors Matthew Lawler and Mara Lawler (née Demey).
She grew up with her older sister Lily Lawler in a creative household that fostered her early interest in performance. Her first stage role came in first grade at the Hoboken Children’s Theater in New Jersey with a production of Jack and Annie.
She balances her high school studies through private tutoring on film and television sets. Her ethnicity is White/Caucasian, and she was raised Christian.
Career
Matilda Lawler began performing on stage as a child and made her Broadway debut in The Ferryman (2018).
She transitioned to screen work with early roles in independent films before landing her breakthrough as young Kirsten in the critically acclaimed miniseries Station Eleven (2021), which showcased her impressive range and earned her multiple nominations.
She followed with leading roles in Flora & Ulysses (2021) and The Santa Clauses (2022–2023) as Betty, along with recurring appearances in The Gilded Age and a significant part in It: Welcome to Derry (2025).
Matilda’s thoughtful approach to complex characters has established her as a rising young talent capable of handling demanding dramatic material with maturity and authenticity.
Awards and Nominations
- Gotham Independent Film Award nomination – Station Eleven
- Primetime Emmy Award consideration – Station Eleven
- SAG Award ensemble recognition – Station Eleven
- Additional youth performer honors for Flora & Ulysses
Social Media
- Instagram Handle: @matildalawleractor
- TikTok Handle: @matildalawler
Personal Life
Matilda Lawler, the 17-year-old actress standing at 1.42 m tall, maintains a grounded personal life centered on family and continued education.
As a minor, she remains unmarried with no children or public relationship history. She shares a close bond with her parents, Matthew and Mara, both actors, and her older sister, Lily, while balancing her growing career with typical teenage interests, with her family’s support.
Net Worth
Matilda Lawler has an estimated net worth of around $1.2 million USD, managed by her parents.
Her earnings primarily come from acting roles in major television series, films, and stage productions, as well as related industry opportunities suitable for a young performer.
Filmography
- • Station Eleven (2021) – Young Kirsten Raymonde
- • Flora & Ulysses (2021) – Flora
- • The Santa Clauses (2022–2023) – Betty
- • The Gilded Age (2023–present) – Frances Montgomery
- • It: Welcome to Derry (2025) – Margaret “Marge” Truman
- • The Ferryman (2018) – Broadway debut
- • The Block Island Sound (2020)
