Alessandra Gaia Williams is an actress who has made a name for herself in the industry by taking on diverse and challenging roles. Born in New York City to parents of Eastern European descent, she began her professional acting career as a teenage commercial actress in Manhattan, booking over twenty commercials before transitioning to film and television.
Williams' breakthrough role came when she was cast as an American dancer opposite Shahid Kapoor and Anushka Sharma in the Bollywood crime comedy "Badmaa$h Company," directed by Parmeet Sethi. This role jumpstarted her career, and she went on to land prominent roles on television series, including a recurring part as Lindsay, the assistant to Gina Gershon's character, on HBO's "How To Make it in America," and roles on CBS's "Golden Boy" and Marvel's "Agent Carter."
In addition to her work in television, Williams has also appeared in a number of feature films, including Steve McQueen's "Shame," Joe Dante's "Burying the Ex," and Marvel's "Agent Carter." She has also been involved in various charitable endeavors, including auctioning off her art to support organizations such as "Stop Poaching Now."
As a writer and director, Williams has created a number of short films and music videos, showcasing her talents behind the camera as well as in front of it. Her work has been recognized for its unique blend of artistic vision and technical skill, and she continues to be a rising star in the entertainment industry.
Born Alessandra Williams, she added the name "Gaia" to her name as a way of honoring her personal growth and ascension process. This transformation reflects her commitment to her craft and her desire to continually push herself as an artist.
Throughout her career, Williams has been a member of The Actor's Studio in New York and Los Angeles, where she has studied and honed her craft alongside other talented actors and actresses. Her dedication to her craft is evident in her diverse range of roles and her willingness to take on new challenges, making her a talented and exciting addition to the entertainment industry.
