Kiana Madeira, born on November 4, 1992, in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, is a Canadian actress celebrated for her dynamic roles across television and film.
Raised in the suburbs of Mississauga, she is of mixed heritage, with Portuguese ancestry from her father and a blend of Black Canadian, First Nations, and Irish roots from her mother.
Her passion for acting ignited at age five after watching Grease and developing a fascination with John Travolta’s character, Danny Zuko.
Madeira’s career has since flourished, marked by her ability to navigate diverse genres, from horror to romantic dramas, earning her a growing fanbase and critical recognition.
Siblings
Kiana grew up alongside two siblings, an older brother named Nikane Madeira and a younger sister named Kyla Madeira.
Nikane, the eldest, has made his mark as a musician and briefly ventured into acting, notably appearing alongside Kiana in the Canadian sitcom Little Mosque on the Prairie in 2007, where they both featured in minor roles.
This collaboration marked a unique moment for the siblings, showcasing their early forays into the industry.
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Kyla, who is approximately ten years younger than Kiana, also pursued acting, appearing in the critically acclaimed series The Expanse in 2015.
Despite the age gap, Kiana frequently expresses affection for her siblings on social media, sharing glimpses of their tight-knit relationship and promoting Nikane’s musical endeavors.
Career
Madeira’s acting career began in earnest at age ten when she landed roles in educational films, setting the stage for a prolific journey in television and film.
Her early television credits include a debut role in 2007 on Little Mosque on the Prairie, followed by a prominent part as Julia Wilson in the Family Channel sitcom Really Me from 2011 to 2013.
She gained further recognition through Disney Channel original movies, such as Harriet the Spy: Blog Wars (2010), where she played Rachel, and Bad Hair Day (2015), portraying Sierra.
Madeira’s versatility shone in projects like My Babysitter’s a Vampire and One Christmas Eve, showcasing her ability to handle both comedic and dramatic roles.
Her breakthrough came with the Netflix series Trinkets (2019–2020), where she starred as Moe Truax, a rebellious teen, earning praise for her nuanced performance.
In 2021, she solidified her status as a leading actress with the starring role of Deena Johnson in Netflix’s Fear Street trilogy, a horror series lauded for its queer representation and gripping narrative.
Madeira’s filmography expanded with roles in the After franchise, including After We Fell and After Ever Happy, and the action-romance Perfect Addiction (2023), where she played a boxing trainer.
She also starred alongside her husband, Lovell Adams-Gray, in the award-winning film Brother (2022), which premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival.
Additional credits include appearances in The Flash, Sacred Lies, and Dark Matter, reflecting her range across genres.
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