Personal details
Born:
- Birthday: 1997-07-03
- Born Place: Bexley, Kent, England, UK
Also Known As:
ミア・マッケナ・ブルース, ミア・マッケンナ=ブルース, ミア マッケナ=ブルース, מיה מקנה ברוס, 米娅·麦肯纳·布鲁斯
Mia McKenna-Bruce
Mia McKenna-Bruce (born 3 July 1997 in London, England) is an acclaimed English actress known for her compelling performances across film and television. She began her career at a young age, first appearing as a ballet girl in the West End production of Billy Elliot the Musical. Her early television roles included appearances in Small Dark Places, Holby City, EastEnders, The Bill, and Doctors. She gained widespread recognition for her portrayal of Tee Taylor in the CBBC series Tracy Beaker Returns (2010–2012) and its spin-off The Dumping Ground (2013–2016). In recent years, McKenna-Bruce has expanded her repertoire with notable roles in both film and television. She starred in the 2023 film How to Have Sex, which premiered at the Cannes Film Festival and won the Un Certain Regard section's top prize. Her performance earned her several accolades, including the British Independent Film Award for Best Lead Performance and the BAFTA Rising Star Award. She also appeared in the iPlayer series Get Even and the Peacock series Vampire Academy. Looking ahead, McKenna-Bruce is set to star in the upcoming Netflix series The Seven Dials Mystery as Lady Eileen "Bundle" Brent, alongside Helena Bonham Carter and Martin Freeman. Additionally, she leads the cast in ITVX's four-part drama The Lady, portraying Jane Andrews, a former royal dresser convicted of murder. Beyond her acting career, McKenna-Bruce is a mother to a son named Leo and has been open about her personal experiences, including the challenges of transitioning from child to adult roles and the pressures of the industry. She continues to be a prominent figure in British entertainment, known for her versatility and dedication to her craft.

