Shahadi Wright Joseph is a talented American dancer, singer and actress.
Known for his role in the American film “Us” (2019) and web series “They” (2021)Shahadi quickly rose to fame in the entertainment industry.
With her talent, she has become a sought-after artist in both film and television.
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- Full Name: Shahadi Wright Joseph
- Date of birth: April 29, 2005
- Age: 18 years old
- Female
- Place of birth: Brooklyn, New York, United States
- Nationality: American
- Occupation: Dancer, Singer, Actor
- Height: 5’3″
- Parents: Kevin Joseph (Father), Dina Wright Joseph (Mother)
- Siblings: Sundari Wright Joseph (Older Sister)
- Relationship status: single
- Net worth: $800,000
Early life and education
Shahadi Wright Joseph, now 18 years old, was born on April 29, 2005 in Brooklyn, New York.
She grew up in a talented and artistic family, with her father, Kevin Joseph, being the owner and operator of the dance studio Purelements: An Evolution in Dance.
Her mother, Dina Wright Joseph, is a professional dancer who has toured extensively with the Forces of Nature Dance Theater Company. Shahadi’s older sister, Sundari Wright Joseph, is also a professional dancer.
From a young age, Shahadi showed a passion for dance and began training at her father’s dance studio, learning various dance forms such as classical ballet, hip hop, modern dance, jazz, and West African and Caribbean dance.
She is involved with the Asase Yaa Cultural Arts Foundation, a non-profit organization that promotes cultural performing arts in Brooklyn.
Personal life
Shahadi Wright Joseph is focused on her career and has not revealed any information about her love life.
She is known for her dedication to her craft and continues to inspire others with her talent and hard work.
Career
Shahadi Wright Joseph’s career began at the age of 8 when she auditioned and won the role of young Nala in the Broadway show “The Lion King” (2014).
She showed incredible talent and stage charm in the play based on the beloved Disney animated film.
Following her success on Broadway, Shahadi went on to play Madison/Matthew, a backup dancer, in the Tony Award-nominated play “School of Rock” (2016).
Her performance received critical acclaim and established her as a rising star in the industry.
In 2016, she made her television debut in the NBC special “Live! Hairspray” where she played the role of little girl Inez Stubbs.
Shahadi’s performance received critical acclaim and showed her versatility as an actress.
Shahadi has also showcased her singing skills through her music career. She released her debut album, “Love for the Holidays”, in 2016, consisting of three songs.
In 2019, she released her debut single, “My skin is in”, received positive reviews and showcased her powerful vocals.
Her breakthrough role came in 2019 when she played Zora Wilson in the critically acclaimed thriller “We.” The success of the film brought Shahadi into the spotlight and she was nominated for various prestigious awards.
She also voiced the young Nala in the 2019 musical revival “Lion King“ .
Net asset value
Shahadi Wright Joseph has achieved considerable success in her career and her estimated net worth is $2 million.
Through her various acting, singing and dancing activities, she has established herself as a talented and versatile artist.
Social Media
- Instagram Name: @shahadi
- Twitter Username: @shahadiwright
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