Sara Waisglass facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Sara Waisglass
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Waisglass in 2022
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| Born | July 3, 1998 |
| Occupation | Actress |
| Years active | 2007–present |
Sara Waisglass (born 3 July 1998) is a Canadian actress. She is known for her roles in popular TV shows and movies.
Sara started acting when she was a child. She played Jordy Cooper in the kids' show Overruled! and later became well-known as Frankie Hollingsworth in Degrassi: The Next Generation and Degrassi: Next Class. As an adult, she has starred as Robyn in the movie Mary Goes Round and as Maxine Baker in the Netflix series Ginny & Georgia.
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About Sara Waisglass
Where did Sara grow up?
Sara Waisglass was born on July 3, 1998. She grew up in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Her parents are Tessa and Jeff Waisglass, and she has a sister named Carly.
Sara went to Earl Haig Secondary School in Toronto. After high school, she studied at York University for four years. She earned a degree in screenwriting, which means she learned how to write scripts for movies and TV. Sara also enjoys playing the piano. She is Jewish.
Sara's Acting Journey
How did Sara start acting?
Sara Waisglass began her acting career in 2007. Her first TV appearance was in The Jane Show, where she played an eight-year-old character. In 2008, she got her first movie role in Afterwards. This movie also starred famous actors like John Malkovich.
In 2009, Sara joined the cast of the TV show Overruled!. She appeared in 29 episodes of this series. She even appeared in a commercial for KFC! In 2013, she started playing Frankie Hollingsworth in Degrassi: The Next Generation. This role made her very popular with young audiences.
What other movies has Sara been in?
In 2015, Sara Waisglass acted in the movie Life. In this film, she worked alongside actors like Robert Pattinson. The same year, she was nominated for an award called "Best Recurring Young Actress 16-21" for her role in Degrassi: The Next Generation.
In 2017, Sara played Robyn in the movie Mary Goes Round. This film was shown at the 2017 Toronto International Film Festival. In 2020, she was in eight episodes of the supernatural drama series October Faction.
What is Sara's role in Ginny & Georgia?
In 2021, Sara Waisglass took on a main role as Maxine in the Netflix comedy series Ginny & Georgia. She acts alongside other young stars like Antonia Gentry and Chelsea Clark. The show became very popular, and Sara's character, Maxine, is a favorite among fans.
Awards and Nominations
Sara has been recognized for her acting talent.
- In 2015, she was nominated for a Young Entertainer Award for her role in Degrassi: The Next Generation.
- In 2019, she was nominated for a Joey Award for her work in Holly Hobbie.
Images for kids
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Sara Waisglass in 2022
See also
In Spanish: Sara Waisglass para niños
