| Fina Strazza | |
|---|---|
| Born | Fina Strazza (2005-11-03) November 3, 2005 (age 19) New York City, New York, U.S. |
| Occupation | Actress |
| Years active | 2014–present |
Fina Strazza (born November 3, 2005) is an American actress known for her work in theater, television, and film. She gained prominence as the youngest actress to portray the title role in Matilda the Musical on Broadway and for her role as in KJ Brandman in Prime Video series Paper Girls. Strazza is set to star as the lead in upcoming Netflix horror film Fear Street: Prom Queen in 2025.
Early life and education
Fina Strazza was born on November 3, 2005, in New York City, New York. She is the daughter of singer Rana Strazza and Matthew Strazza, the head of a technology company. She has an older sister named Nixie.
Career
In August 2014, at the age of eight, Strazza made her Broadway debut as the title character in Matilda the Musical, becoming the youngest actress to play the role. She continued in this role until July 2015, making her Broadway's longest-running Matilda at that time.
In 2015, Strazza starred as Emily Parson in the Hallmark Channel original movie A Christmas Melody, directed by and co-starring Mariah Carey. In the film, she performed a rendition of Carey's hit song "Oh Santa!".
Strazza's television appearances include guest roles on Law & Order: Special Victims Unit and Madam Secretary. She also portrayed KJ Brandman in the Amazon Prime series Paper Girls (2022).
In 2024, Strazza was cast in the Netflix horror film Fear Street: Prom Queen, part of the Fear Street series.
Filmography
Film
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | A Little Game | Jez | |
| 2015 | A Christmas Melody | Emily Parson | TV Movie |
| 2019 | Above the Shadows | Young Holly | |
| 2025 | Fear Street: Prom Queen | TBA | upcoming |
Television
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Law & Order: Special Victims Unit | Milly Bucci | Episode: "The Good Girl" |
| 2019 | Madam Secretary | Young Stevie | Episode: "The New Normal" |
| 2022 | Paper Girls | KJ Brandman | Main role |
| 2024 | FBI: Most Wanted | Jessie Davis | Episode: "Pig Butchering" |
References
- Zee, Michaela (March 26, 2024). "Netflix's 'Fear Street: Prom Queen' Sets Ensemble Cast".
- "Fina Strazza - Actor Filmography, photos, Video". elcinema.com.
- "Fina Strazza: Credits, Bio, News & More". Broadway World.
- "Broadway's 'Matilda' Star Here For Mariah Carey Movie". WVXU. October 20, 2015.
- "Paper Girls cast I Full character list for Amazon Prime Video series | Radio Times". www.radiotimes.com.
- "'Paper Girls' Cast Explain Why All Contact Was 'Cut Off' Ahead of Filming". Newsweek.
- "India Fowler, Suzanna Son, Fina Strazza Join New 'Fear Street' Movie at Netflix". The Hollywood Reporter.
External links
- Fina Strazza at IMDb