Calah Lane
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  • Born:
    • Birthday: 2009-04-20
    • Born Place: Houston, Texas, USA

Calah Lane

Calah Lane is an American actress and singer, born on April 20, 2009, in Irving, Texas. She began her performing career at the age of four, securing her first lead role in a stage production at the Dallas Summer Musical Theater. By five, she had appeared in a commercial for AT&T that was showcased at the Dallas Cowboys' AT&T Stadium, reaching over a million fans. Her early work included roles in short films, commercials, and television series, leading to her first film lead in the award-winning short film Bad Things, for which she won Best Actress in a Short Film at the Warner Brothers Young Entertainer Awards in Burbank, California. Lane's breakout role came in 2023 when she portrayed Noodle, a clever and confident orphan, in the Warner Bros. musical fantasy film Wonka, directed by Paul King. Her performance alongside Timothée Chalamet's Willy Wonka garnered critical acclaim, with Lane receiving nominations for a Critics' Choice Award for Best Young Actor/Actress and an NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Youth Performance in a Motion Picture. In addition to her acting career, Lane is a talented singer. In August 2024, she released her single "Otherside" on all major platforms, showcasing her musical abilities. Lane's portrayal of Noodle in Wonka was praised for bringing emotional depth to the character. Critics highlighted her ability to convey a range of emotions, from optimism to resilience, making her a standout in the film. Off-screen, Lane is known for her close-knit family background, with a father who is a DJ and musician, a mother who played the clarinet, and grandparents who have a passion for music and dance. As of now, Lane continues to pursue her acting and music career, with her recent work in Wonka marking a significant milestone in her young career.

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