Akiel Julien facts for kids

Akiel Julien (born October 31, 1996) is a talented actor from Grenada who grew up in Canada. He is well-known for his role as LaTroy in the popular teen drama series The Next Step. For his work on the show, he was nominated for a Canadian Screen Award in 2018.

About Akiel Julien

Early Life and Education

Akiel Julien was born in Grenada, a beautiful island nation. He later moved to Toronto, Canada, where he spent his childhood. Akiel attended the Wexford Collegiate School for the Arts. There, he focused on Musical Theatre and also joined the Drama Intensive Program. He worked hard and graduated with honors.

Acting Career Highlights

Akiel Julien has appeared in several exciting TV shows. Besides The Next Step, he acted in Utopia Falls and The Parker Andersons. He also had roles in Frankie Drake Mysteries and Beyond Black Beauty. In 2022, Akiel was chosen to host one of the special gala presentations for the Canadian Screen Awards. This shows how much his talent is recognized in the entertainment industry.

Akiel Julien's Roles

Movies

Akiel has also worked on movies. One of his film projects is:

• 2024: Code 8: Part II as Shane

Television Shows

Here are some of the television shows where Akiel Julien has shown his acting skills:

• 2016–2018: The Next Step as LaTroy (35 episodes)
• 2018: Frankie Drake Mysteries as Gerald
• 2020: Utopia Falls as Bohdi 2 (10 episodes)
• 2021: The Parker Andersons as Nick Anderson (10 episodes)
• 2024: Beyond Black Beauty as Alvin Shipp

Awards and Recognition

Akiel Julien has been recognized for his acting talent.

• 2017: He was nominated for a Canadian Screen Award for Best Performance in a Children's or Youth Program or Series for his role in The Next Step.

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