Taylor Russell, a Canadian actress, has made a significant impact in the entertainment industry through her epic performances and diverse range of roles.
Known for her talent and versatility, Russell has established herself as a rising star in film and television.
Profile
- Full name: Taylor Russell McKenzie
- Date of birth: July 18, 1994
- Age: 29 years
- Gender: Female
- Place of birth: Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
- Nationality: Canadian
- Profession: Actress
Early Life & Education
Taylor Russell McKenzie was born on July 18, 1994, in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, and she is now 29 years old.
She grew up in a small community called Deep Cove, North Vancouver. Russell was raised in a multicultural family with a white mother and a black father of Jamaican descent. She has an older brother and a younger brother.
During her childhood, Russell faced various challenges, including financial struggles and frequent relocations due to her father’s professional pursuits.
The family relied on welfare, and Russell began working at 13. Despite these hardships, she found solace in her artistic inclinations. Initially, she aspired to be a ballet dancer and became interested in painting.
However, it was her introduction to acting at the age of 18 that truly ignited her passion.
Russell saved money from her jobs to travel to Los Angeles for auditions. She would return home to work and earn more money before returning to pursue her acting dreams.
Her perseverance paid off when she landed her first major TV role after four years of auditions and hard work.
Personal Life
Taylor Russell has managed to keep her personal life relatively private. As of 2023, there is no public information regarding her romantic relationships or dating history.
She prefers to keep the focus on her career rather than her personal life.
Career
Taylor Russell made her professional acting debut in 2012 with a small guest role in the TV series “Emily Owens, M.D.”
She then starred in several television films, including “The Unauthorized Saved by the Bell Story” and “Pants on Fire.” Russell also made guest appearances in popular TV shows like “Strange Empire,” “Falling Skies,” and “Dead of Summer.”
In 2018, Russell gained recognition for her starring role as Judy Robinson in the Netflix science fiction series “Lost in Space.”
Her performance received critical acclaim, and she was nominated for the Saturn Award for Best Supporting Actress in a Streaming Presentation. Essence magazine praised her portrayal of a genius medic and doctor, highlighting her compassion and strength in the face of danger.
Russell’s breakthrough in film came in 2019 with her leading role in the psychological horror film “Escape Room.” The movie was a commercial success, surpassing expectations and grossing over $155 million worldwide. She further solidified her talent with her performance in the critically acclaimed drama film “Waves.”
Her portrayal garnered widespread acclaim, and she received numerous awards and nominations, including the Gotham Independent Film Award for Breakthrough Performer.
Aside from acting, Russell has also ventured into directing, writing, and producing. She co-directed, wrote, and produced the documentary short film “The Heart Still Hums,” which earned critical acclaim and won the Palm Springs International ShortFest Award for Best Documentary Short.
Net Worth
Taylor Russell’s net worth is estimated to be around $5 million.
With her successful acting career and various ventures, she has accumulated significant wealth.
Social Media
- Instagram: @taylorrussell
- Twitter: @tayrussell
Filmography
- If I Had Wings
- Suspension
- UNIT Bryan
- Before I Fall
- Down a Dark Hall
- Hot Air
- Escape Room
- Waves
- Words on Bathroom Walls
- Escape Room: Tournament of Champions
- Bones and All
- Hope (TBA)
