Ryan Kiera Armstrong[1] (born March 2010)[2] is an American actress.[3] Her first appearance was a recurring role on the three seasons of the Canadian series Anne with an E (2017-2019). She later played the title role in the film Firestarter (2022),[4] and appeared in the main cast of the anthology series five-part segment American Horror Story: Red Tide (2023).[5]
Ryan Kiera Armstrong | |
|---|---|
| Born | March 2010 New York City, USA |
| Other names | Ryan Armstrong |
| Occupation | Actress |
| Years active | 2017–present |
| Father | Dean Armstrong |
Early life
editArmstrong was born in New York City to Canadian parents Dr. Berta Bacic and actor Dean Armstrong; she is the youngest of five children.[2]
Career
editArmstrong made her screen debut as Minnie May Barry in the TV series Anne with an E from 2017 to 2019. At the age of 8, she made her film debut in the drama film The Art of Racing in the Rain, starring Kevin Costner, Milo Ventimiglia, Amanda Seyfried and Gary Cole.
In 2022, Armstrong portrayed the role of the title character in Firestarter. She was nominated for the Golden Raspberry Award for Worst Actress, but her nomination was pulled out due to her young age.[6]
In 2024, Armstrong played the role of Fern in the Disney+ science-fiction television series Star Wars: Skeleton Crew.[7]
Awards and nominations
editArmstrong made headlines in 2023 when, as a 12-year-old, she was nominated for the 2022 Golden Raspberry Award for Worst Actress for her performance in Firestarter. The nomination was withdrawn following public backlash, and the Golden Raspberry Awards subsequently changed its rules to exclude minors under 18 from future consideration.[8]
Filmography
editFilm
edit| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | The Art of Racing in the Rain | Zoe Swift | Film debut |
| It Chapter Two | Victoria Fuller | ||
| 2020 | The Glorias | Gloria Steinem (young) | |
| Wish Upon a Unicorn | Mia Dindal | ||
| 2021 | Black Widow | Young Antonia | |
| The Tomorrow War | Young Muri Forester | ||
| 2022 | Firestarter | Charlie Mcgee | |
| Wildflower | Young Bea | ||
| 2023 | The Old Way | Brooke |
Television
edit| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2017–2019 | Anne with an E | Minnie May Barry | Recurring role |
| 2018 | The Truth About the Harry Quebert Affair | Young Nola Kellergan | Miniseries; Recurring role |
| 2021 | American Horror Story: Red Tide | Alma Gardner | Anthology series; Main cast |
| 2024–present | Star Wars: Skeleton Crew | Fern | Main cast |
| TBA | Rambler & the Birdie Machine | Angela | Guest role |
References
edit- ^ Gonzalez, Umberto (June 2, 2021). "Blumhouse Finds New 'Firestarter' Star in Ryan Kiera Armstrong". TheWrap. Archived from the original on January 9, 2023. Retrieved January 9, 2023.
- ^ a b "Ryan Kiera Armstrong". FX Networks. Archived from the original on November 29, 2022. Retrieved January 9, 2023.
- ^ Armitage, Helen (January 14, 2022). "Ryan Kiera Armstrong Movie & TV Roles: Where You Know The Tomorrow War Star". Screen Rant. Archived from the original on January 9, 2023. Retrieved January 9, 2023.
- ^ Van Hoose, Benjamin (May 13, 2022). "'Firestarter''s Ryan Kiera Armstrong Got to Know Onscreen Dad Zac Efron Over a Game of Ping-Pong". People. Archived from the original on January 9, 2023. Retrieved January 9, 2023.
- ^ Lemieux, Melissa (September 16, 2021). "The Character Everyone Agrees Is The True Villain Of AHS: Double Feature's Red Tide". Looper. Retrieved February 5, 2024.
- ^ Sanchez, Gabrielle (January 26, 2023). "Razzie Awards retract 12-year-old Ryan Kiera Armstrong's nomination for Firestarter—and for all minors going forward". www.avclub.com. AV Club. Retrieved December 30, 2024.
- ^ Templeton, Molly (August 12, 2024). "The Kids of Star Wars: Skeleton Crew Escape the Space Suburbs for Adventure". www.reactormag.com. Reactor Magazine. Retrieved December 30, 2024.
- ^ Yossman, K.J. (January 25, 2023). "Razzies Apologize for Nominating 12-Year-Old Actor, Introduce Age Limit for Nominations". Variety. Retrieved December 5, 2023.
