Akira Akbar is a budding actress, dancer, and model who claimed her fame after she appeared on NBC’s hit series as Young Beth in This Is Us (2019). Soon After that, Akira was seen in the million dollar blockbuster film Captain Marvel (2019) as Monica Rambeau. She is also noted for portraying the character Amethyst Vasquez in Grey’s Anatomy (2017) and as the daughter of actress Danette Wilson in Criminal Minds (2015). This talented young lady is also a dancer who looks forward to earning herself a place in the world of dance as well.

Born Name

Akira Akbar

Nick Name

Akira

Age

She was born in circa 2008.

Occupation

Actress, Dancer, Model

Family

• Mother – Kitty Wedie (Stylist)
• Siblings – Azari Akbar (Model) (Younger Sister), Kruz Rambo (Younger Brother). She also has 1 older sister.

Manager

Akira is represented by –

• The Green Room Management
• Eris Talent Agency

Build

Slim

Height

5 ft 1 in or 155 cm

Weight

50 kg or 110 lbs

Race / Ethnicity

Black

Hair Color

Dark Brown

Eye Color

Dark Brown

Sexual Orientation

Straight

Distinctive Features

• Dimpled cheeks
• Afro hairstyle

Brand Endorsements

Through her social media, Akira has either endorsed or promoted several brands such as –

• Nike
• Akira
• Levi’s
• Zara
• Vans
• Converse

Best Known For

• Being cast as Young Beth in the show This Is Us (2019) and as Monica Rambeau in Captain Marvel (2019)
• Starring as Amethyst Vasquez in Grey’s Anatomy (2017) and as the daughter of actress Danette Wilson in Criminal Minds (2015)

First Film

Akira made her debut theatrical film appearance as Monica Rambeau in Captain Marvel in 2019.

First TV Show

She made her first TV show appearance as actress Danette Wilson’s daughter in Criminal Minds in 2015.

Personal Trainer

Akira is an athletic child, who enjoys playing the sports track. This kind of active lifestyle of that she follows, allows her to burn calories faster and keep her physique in shape.

Akira Akbar Favorite Things

• Food – Chicken, (Especially fried chicken)
• TV Shows – Riverdale, Stranger Things
• Sport – Track

Source – Just Jared Jr.

Akira Akbar Facts

1. She is the second oldest child amongst 3 sisters and 1 brother.
2. Her sister Azari Akbar is a budding model who was represented by L.A. Models as of April 2019.
3. Prior to entering the entertainment industry, she worked as a child model.
4. It was her mother who discovered her talent in acting and introduced her to the profession.
5. In Captain Marvel (2019), she starred as actress Lashana Lynch‘s daughter.
6. Akira was 4 years old when she started dancing for the first time. Later, she attended extensive ballet training.
7. She has been a fan of the Marvel Cinematic Universe ever since she saw the films Black Panther (2018) and Avengers: Infinity War (2018).
8. If she could create a superhero of her own, it would be one who has the power to teleport and would go by the name ‘Teleportra’.
9. As of March 2019, her dream destination was Bali, where she could relax on the beach along with her family.
10. She is a huge fan of the show Stranger Things. Akira also wanted to be a starring member on the show ever since she saw it for the first time.
11. Akira is a trained rollerskater. In 2017, she wanted to rent out an entire rink for her birthday.
12. Her mother who goes by the name of Kitty Wedie on Instagram worked as a stylist at Creative Edge in April 2019.
13. She was 11 years old when she made her debut silver screen appearance in Captain Marvel in 2019.
14. Follow her on Instagram.

Featured Image By Akira Akbar / Instagram