Alaqua Cox facts for kids

Alaqua Cox (born February 13, 1997) is a Native American actress from the Menominee tribe. She became famous for her very first acting job! She plays Maya Lopez, also known as Echo, in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. You can see her in the Disney+ show Hawkeye (2021). She then got her own show, Echo, where she is the main character (2024).

About Alaqua Cox's Early Life

Alaqua Cox was born Deaf. She grew up on the Menominee Indian Reservation in Keshena, Wisconsin. Her family is part of the Menominee and Mohican nations.

Alaqua went to the Wisconsin School for the Deaf. While there, she was a talented athlete. She played on the girls' basketball team from 2014 to 2015. She also played on the volleyball team.

Alaqua uses a prosthesis for part of her right leg.

Alaqua Cox's Acting Career

How Alaqua Started Acting

On December 2, 2020, Alaqua Cox got her first acting role. She was chosen to play Echo in the Hawkeye series. This was her very first time acting!

Many people were excited about this news. Nyle DiMarco, a deaf activist, praised the choice. In June 2021, David W. Mack, who helped create the Echo character, shared his happiness. He was grateful that Alaqua would represent deaf and Indigenous young people. He said students at schools for the deaf around the world would be happy.

Alaqua's Thoughts on Her Role

At the premiere of Marvel's Hawkeye, Alaqua spoke to Variety magazine. She said she was thankful for the chance to act. She was also excited to speak up for the deaf community. Alaqua wants more equality and more deaf people to be involved in acting.

She also told Disney's D23 magazine about her co-stars. Jeremy Renner and Hailee Steinfeld learned some American Sign Language (ASL). This helped them talk with her more easily. Alaqua said it meant a lot to her that they made the effort.

Starring in Echo

After Hawkeye, Alaqua Cox continued her role as Maya Lopez. She starred as the main character in the miniseries Echo. This show came out in 2024.

Alaqua Cox's Family Life

Alaqua Cox's father passed away in November 2021. Her cousin, Darnell Besaw, also acted in the Marvel shows. Darnell played the younger version of Alaqua's character in both Hawkeye (2021) and Echo (2024).

On Mother's Day in 2023, Alaqua shared happy news. She announced she was expecting a baby boy named Mukwa with her fiancé. Her first son was born in October 2023. In November 2024, Alaqua announced she was expecting a second baby boy. He was born in June 2025. Alaqua's fiancé is also deaf, and their first son, Mukwa, can hear.

Alaqua Cox's Filmography

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