Kelly Marie Tran
American actress from Star Wars franchise
Born
January 17th, 1989
36 years ago
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United States
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Born in 1989, this actress gained prominence through her role as Rose Tico in the Star Wars sequel trilogy. The character was introduced in 'Star Wars: The Last Jedi' and appeared in 'Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker'. Tran has also lent her voice to the lead character in the Disney animated film 'Raya and the Last Dragon'. Before her breakthrough in film, she appeared in various web series and short films, showcasing her talents across different media. Tran's contributions to the industry extended to her outspoken advocacy for representation of Asian Americans in Hollywood, aiming to pave the way for future generations.
Played Rose Tico in Star Wars: The Last Jedi
Voiced Raya in Raya and the Last Dragon
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