Alisha Newton facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
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| Born | 22 July 2001 |
| Occupation | Actress |
| Years active | 2010–present |
Alisha Newton is a Canadian actress. She was born on July 22, 2001, in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. Alisha is best known for her main role as Georgie Fleming Morris in the popular Canadian TV show Heartland. She also played Helen Mathis in the exciting thriller series Devil in Ohio in 2022.
More recently, Alisha has become known for her role as Erin in the teen drama series My Life with the Walter Boys. This show started streaming on Netflix on December 7, 2023.
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Alisha Newton's Acting Journey
Alisha Newton started acting when she was very young. Her first appearance was in a commercial for 'Little Mommy'. After that, she got her first TV acting role in a movie called The Wyoming Story in 2010.
Early Roles and Big Movies
In 2013, Alisha played a younger version of Annabeth Chase in the movie Percy Jackson: Sea of Monsters. This was a big film from Twentieth Century Fox.
In 2014, she had a smaller role as Sofia Dunlap in the film The Tree That Saved Christmas.
Starring in Heartland
Since 2012, Alisha Newton has been a regular cast member on the CBC drama series Heartland. In the show, she plays Georgie Fleming Morris. Georgie is a child who finds a loving home at Heartland Ranch. The ranch is owned by Jack Bartlett (Shaun Johnston). He runs it with his granddaughters, Amy (played by Amber Marshall) and Lou (played by Michelle Morgan). While filming Heartland when she was younger, Alisha even had her schooling done on set.
Other Exciting TV Shows
In 2022, Alisha took on a main role as Helen in the Netflix thriller series Devil in Ohio. Helen is the oldest daughter in the Mathis family. Her family takes in the main character, Mae, in this mystery-filled show.
Alisha Newton's Filmography
Alisha Newton has appeared in many television shows and films. Here are some of her roles:
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
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| 2010 | The Wyoming Story | Bird Thorpe | Television film |
| 2010 | Supernatural | Little Girl | Episode: "Clap Your Hands If You Believe" |
| 2011 | Jake and Jasper: A Ferret Tale | Kid at School | Short film |
| Joanna Makes a Friend | Susie | Short film | |
| 2012 | No Place Like Home | Dorothy | Short film |
| 2012–present | Heartland | Georgina 'Georgie' Fleming Morris | Main role (seasons 6–13), Recurring role (seasons 14 and 16), 140 episodes |
| 2012 | Shadowplay | Piper | Short film |
| Mind Your Manner | Alice | Short film | |
| 2013 | Percy Jackson: Sea of Monsters | Young Annabeth | Film |
| Heart of Dance | "Jenna" | Film | |
| 2014 | The Tree That Saved Christmas | Sofia Dunlap | Television film |
| The Dating Journal | Claire | Short film | |
| 2015 | The Hollow | Emma | Television film |
| When Calls the Heart | Nellie | Episode: "Heart of the Family" | |
| 2016 | Lucky | Kailey | Short film |
| 2017 | Roam | Lily (also producer) | Short film |
| 2018 | Scorched Earth | Beatrice | Film |
| Til Ex Do Us Part | Emma | Television film | |
| 2019 | Hudson | Georgie | 4 episodes |
| 2021 | Debris | Isla vandeburg | Pilot episode |
| We're All in This Together | Paris Parker | film | |
| 2022 | Devil in Ohio | Helen Mathis | Main role - 8 episodes |
| 2023 | My Life with the Walter Boys | Erin | Main role |
Awards and Nominations
Alisha Newton has been recognized for her acting with several awards and nominations.
| Year | Award | Category | Work | Result | Refs |
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| 2013 | Young Artist Awards | Best Performance in a Short Film – Young Actress Ten and Under | No Place Like Home | Nominated | |
| Best Performance in a TV Series (Comedy or Drama) – Supporting Young Actress | Heartland | Won | |||
| 2014 | Best Performance in a TV Series (Comedy or Drama) – Supporting Young Actress | Nominated | |||
| The Joey Awards | Best Young Actress age 14 or younger in a TV Series Drama Supporting/Recurring | Won | |||
| 2015 | Best Actress in a TV Drama Leading Role | Won | |||
| 2016 | Young Actress in a Drama TV Series Leading Role 14–18 Years | Nominated |
See also
In Spanish: Alisha Newton para niños
