Leah Lewis, a remarkable individual, was adopted from a Chinese orphanage as an infant and is now poised to captivate audiences worldwide with her impressive triple talents as an actress, singer, and dancer. Born and raised in Windermere, Florida, and later in Los Angeles, California, Lewis's early life laid the foundation for her future success.
Her breakthrough performance in the Netflix feature film, The Half of It (2020),written and directed by Alice Wu, gained global recognition after winning the Founders Award for Best U.S. Narrative Feature at the Tribeca Film Festival. Lewis's versatility as an actress is further showcased in her starring role as 'Ember' in Pixar's animated feature, Elemental (2023),written and directed by Peter Sohn. Additionally, she has made a mark in the CW series Nancy Drew (2019),portraying the character 'George Fan'.
Beyond her acting accomplishments, Lewis is a professionally trained singer who has been writing her own music since the age of 15. When not on set, she pursues various hobbies that cater to her physical background, including power lifting, dancing, yoga, and strength and conditioning training. Lewis also enjoys writing, playing guitar, and spending time in nature. She is a strong advocate for mental health care and prioritizes creating a sense of community while traveling or resting between work.