Quvenzhané Wallis

Quvenzhané Wallis Signs with Gersh for Representation

John Dody
02/13/25 1:36AM

Acclaimed actress and author Quvenzhané Wallis has signed with Gersh for representation, while continuing her management under Rebel Creative Group.

Background and Career Highlights: Born on August 28, 2003, in Houma, Louisiana, Wallis made a remarkable debut in the film industry at the age of five. She was cast as Hushpuppy in the critically acclaimed film “Beasts of the Southern Wild” (2012), a role that earned her an Academy Award nomination for Best Actress, making her the youngest nominee in the category’s history.

Following her breakout role, Wallis appeared in “12 Years a Slave” (2013) and starred as the titular character in the 2014 adaptation of “Annie”, for which she received a Golden Globe nomination for Best Actress in a Motion Picture – Comedy or Musical. She also lent her voice to the character Harper in the animated film “Trolls” (2016) and portrayed Kyra in the television series “Black-ish” (2019).

In addition to acting, Wallis has authored several children’s books, including “Shai & Emmie Star in Break an Egg!”, “A Night Out with Mama”, “Shai & Emmie Star in Dancy Pants!”, and “Shai & Emmie Star in To the Rescue!”

With her new representation at Gersh, Wallis is poised to continue her dynamic career in the entertainment industry.

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