Amandla Stenberg (born October 24, 1998; Age: 25 years) is a renowned American singer and songwriter, achieving widespread recognition for her standout performance as Rue in the 2012 film “The Hunger Games.” Beyond this iconic role, Stenberg has continued to make her mark in the entertainment industry through various film and television projects, showcasing her remarkable talent and versatility as an actor.
In addition to her accomplishments in the world of entertainment, Amandla Stenberg is highly regarded for her activism, particularly in addressing issues related to racial and gender equality. She has emerged as a vocal advocate for social justice, actively participating in movements such as Black Lives Matter, using her platform to raise awareness and promote positive change.
Apart from her acting pursuits, Amandla has delved into music, adding another dimension to her artistic repertoire. She has demonstrated her prowess as an actor and explored her creative expression through the release of her songs.
Early Life & Education
Amandla Stenberg was born and raised in Los Angeles, California, and nurtured by her parent. Her mother, Karan Brailsford, is a spiritual counselor and writer, while her father, Tom Stenberg, is a Danish immigrant.
She has two older step-sisters from her father’s past relationship. Amandla attended grade and high school in California before enrolling at New York City University.
Career
In 2011, Amandla Stenberg debuted in Olivier Megaton’s ” Columbiana ” action thriller.” However, her role in the 2012 dystopian science fiction film “The Hunger Games,” directed by Gary Ross, catapulted her to global fame. The film received critical acclaim and became a massive box office success, grossing over $700 million worldwide against a $75 million budget. Amandla’s performance earned her widespread recognition and marked a significant milestone in her career.
Stenberg’s involvement in the documentary film “The World Is Watching: And Then There is the Making of The Hunger Games” in 2012 further showcased her versatility and contributed to the film’s acclaim, winning several awards and nominations.
Following her success in “The Hunger Games,” Amandla expanded into television, starring in the television film “A Taste of Romance” (2013-2014) and making appearances in the series “Sleepy Hollow.” She also lent her voice to the animated musical comedy film “Rio 2” and ventured into new media.
In 2015, Amandla and Zander Hawley released her debut EP, earning her a spot on TIME magazine’s list of Most Influential Teens. She demonstrated her diverse talents by co-writing the comic book “Niobe: She is Life.”
In 2016, Stenberg delivered a scene-stealing performance in the drama film “As You Are,” which premiered at the Sundance Film Festival and received a Special Jury Award. She also appeared in Beyoncé’s “Lemonade” music video, earning her a BET Young Star Award.
After a brief hiatus from acting, Amandla returned to the spotlight in 2018 with the lead role of Starr Carter in the contemporary drama “The Hate U Give.” In 2019, she played Elizabeth Eckford in an episode of “Drunk History” and joined the cast of Netflix’s “The Eddy.”
In 2021, Amandla continued to showcase her talent, taking on the role of Alana Beck in the film adaptation of “Dear Evan Hansen.”
Personal Life
Amandla Stenberg is a cool actress who knows how to rock some awesome outfits. She’s about 5 feet 4 inches tall and weighs around 58 kg. She has a cool vibe with curly brown hair and captivating brown eyes.
In 2018, Amandla bravely shared that she’s gay and had a short romance with a singer named King Princess. After that, she kept her love life private.
Besides acting, Amandla strongly supports women’s rights and speaks up about important issues in interviews and on social media. She even won an award for her work in feminism in 2015.
Amandla enjoys chilling out by meditating, knitting, or taking photos when she’s not busy on set. Her favorite singers are Rihanna and Beyoncé, and she’s a big fan of actress Meryl Streep.
Filmography
- Movies:
- Colombiana as Young Cataleya
- The Hunger Games as Rue
- The World Is Watching: Making The Hunger Games (Self-Documentary)
- Mercy as Sarah
- Rio 2 as Bia’s Voice
- As You Are as Sarah
- Everything, Everything, as Maddy Whittier
- The Darkest Minds as Ruby Daly
- The Hate U Give as Starr Carter
- Where Hands Touch as Leyna
- Dear Evan Hansen as Alana Beck (2021)
- TV Shows
- A Taste of Romance as Taylor (2012)
- Sleepy Hollow as Macey Irving (4 episodes, 2013–14)
- Mr. Robinson as Halle Foster (6 episodes, 2015)
- Neo Yokio as Helenist (Episode: “O, the Helenists…” – 2017)
- Drunk History as Elizabeth Eckford (Episode: “Trailblazers” – 2019)
- Gaslight as Sarah’s Voice (2019)
- The Eddy as Julie (2020)
- Music Videos:
- “Lemonade” by Beyoncé (2016)
Social Media
- Instagram: @amandlastenberg
- Twitter: @amandlastenberg
Net Worth
Amandla Stenberg’s estimated wealth currently stands at around US$1 million.
