Makenna James Biography
Makenna James is a young talented American actress, known for her role as Becca Nolan in American Woman (2018). Talking about her education Makenna James will attend Harvard University starting in the fall of 2018.
James was born in Los Angeles, California. Not much is really known of her family or her past life at the moment. Coming to her educational background, Makenna applied for Havard University and she was accepted. Shee enrolled in Havard back in 2018.
Makenna started her acting career at 12 years old appearing in several national commercials and guest-starring television roles. She got her big break in 2016 when she earned a series regular role on the new television show American Woman (2018) starring actresses Alicia Silverstone and Mena Suvari.
The show, debuting in 2018 on the new Paramount Network, takes place in the 1970s and is based on the real-life story of Kyle Richards. Makenna plays the role of “Becca”, the rebellious and intellectual daughter of “Bonnie” played by Alicia Silverstone.
Working on American Woman has been a dream come true for Makenna James, allowing her to showcase her comedic strengths while simultaneously exploring the issues of racism, inequality, and the feminist movement.
Makenna is also known for her recurring role on the Emmy and Golden Globe-winning series, Transparent (2014), where she plays the part of Young Sara. The role has afforded her the great honor of learning from and working with award-winning actors, Jeffrey Tambor, and Judith Light. Makenna’s future goals include obtaining an extraordinary collegiate education, continuing her environmental activism, and blazing a path in politics.
10 Quick Facts About Makenna James
- Name: Makenna James
- Age: Not Available
- Birthday: Not Available
- Zodiac Sign: Not Available
- Height: 5 feet 1 inch
- Nationality: American
- Occupation: Actress
- Marital Status: Single
- Salary: Under Review
- Net worth: Under Review
Makenna James Age
James was born in Los Angeles, California. We are yet to confirm her exact date of birth. We will update this information soon.
Makenna James Height
Makenna stands at an average height of 5 feet and 1 inch.
Makenna James Dating
According to our records, Makenna James is possibly single. We have no records of past relationships for Makenna James.
Makenna James Net Worth
With a successful career from the age of 12, Makenna must be earning a good amount from her acting career. She has appeared in several national commercials and guest-starring television roles, Her biggest break was back in 2016 when she earned a series regular role on the new television show American Woman (2018) starring alongside actresses Alicia Silverstone and Mena Suvari. With all that, Her net worth is still under review at the moment but it’s pretty clear that the young actress will have a bright and luxurious future.
Makenna James American Woman
James is a rising star and plays Bonnie’s daughter, Becca. While filming the role, James was also in the middle of applying for Harvard University and finishing up school. It may not have been something many students would have attempted, but this amazing young woman has shown that everything is possible when you put your mind to it.
Makenna James Movies & TV Shows
- American Woman 2018
- The Mick 2017
- I Didn’t Do It 2014
- How to Get Away with Murder 2014
- Transparent 2014
- The Goldbergs 2013
- Teen Wolf 2011
- Hawaii Five-0 2010
- Community 2009
Makenna talks about her role in
“American Woman”
Makenna James is a perfect example of a young woman who is ready to take on the world. She is already thriving as an actress with roles on shows, such as Transparent, The Mick, How to Get Away with Murder, Teen Wolf and more. Currently, she is playing Alicia Silverstone’s daughter in “American Women” a new show on Paramount about an unconventional mother’s struggles while raising two daughters by herself in the independent and feminist filled waters of the 1970s. On top of acting Makenna also has big academic dreams that are currently becoming her reality; she starts as a student at Harvard this fall. Makenna is an amazing mix of class, talent, and brains – as you will come to discover in the interview below.
American Women is set in the 1970s how do you think the idea of an American woman has changed from then to now?
To be a woman in the 1970s and a woman now are two entirely different things. Normalized female roles in today’s society–providing for your family, living independent of men–were radical in the ‘70s. On the whole, I would say that there does not exist any one idea of a woman in modern-day. Women can be whatever they want. I, for one, could not be happier about that evolution.
What motivated you to go to college this fall and what will you be majoring in?
Education has always been my first priority. Consequently, the college was always a part of my life plan. Per my major, I am currently interested in criminal justice and environmental science, but I am going into Harvard with an open mind.
American Women highlights the importance of friendship and feminism – what do those things mean to you?
Everything. My best and only friend, Nicole, means the world to me. We are already planning our inevitable marriage. Equal footing for women is just as important.
What was your favorite part of being on this set?
The community. I went into this process as someone very shy and introverted, overwhelmed by the notion of working with two hundred or more crew members. By the end, I had a rapport with each and every one. I even found skydiving partners.
You have stayed busy with many exciting rolls over the past few years. How did you balance a blossoming career and high school?
Oh gosh. Honestly, you don’t. I’ve spent the last four years sleep deprived and addicted to caffeine.
What is your favorite book and why?
Although my favorite book changes constantly, my (consistent) favorite short story is “Harrison Bergeron” by Kurt Vonnegut. In it, the ideal of equality is pushed to such an extreme that it becomes oppressive in nature. The creativity of that choice was so surprising to me and completely changed the way that I look at writing.
How do you plan to change your corner of the world for the better?
For the most part, I am still figuring that out. As a strong environmental advocate, though, that is currently my most clear path to influencing the world positively. I would love to expand my work to encompass atmospheric pollution, as well as endangered species protection.
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