Netflix’s hit The Baby-Sitters Club has been praised by critics for its feminist tone and inclusive message. But the show isn’t just famous for its well-written script or storyline. Sophia Reid-Gantzert, the child star who plays Karen Brewer, has also contributed to the show’s popularity.
So who is she? Keep reading Sophia Reid-Gantzert Biography to find out.
Sophia Reid-Gantzert on Babysitting Club
Baby-Sitters Club was originally a novel written by a talented author named Ann M. Martin. The book—now a show—follows a group of teenage girls as they start a babysitting business and help each other through some of the most difficult and awkward years of their lives.
Even in the 1980s, the debut of The Baby-Sitters Club was considered progressive, and in 2021, the show is still considered ahead of its time.
The story focuses primarily on a character named Mary Anne, whose mother died when she was a toddler. One day, she gets a call from one of her father’s co-workers asking her to babysit his child. And that’s where Sophia’s character Karen Brewer comes into play.
Karen is the eldest daughter of Watson Brewer and Lisa Engle (who are divorced) and she is also close to her step-parents, Elizabeth and Seth. Talking about her character, she is described as a young girl with a rich imagination, which often gets her into trouble.
Sophia Reid-Gantzert Movies and TV Shows
Does Sophia Reid-Gantzert look familiar? Well, you might have seen her in shows and movies like — The Sweetest Christmas (2017), Once Upon a Time (2017), Santa’s Boots (2018), and Easter Under Wraps (2019),
Additionally, in addition to starring in The Baby-Sitters Club, Sophia also took on the lead role in a show called Scaredy Cats in 2021. Her character, Willa Ward, is a 12-year-old girl who receives an unexpected magical gift that opens the door to a world of witches, talking animals, and more.
In recognition of her work, Sophia has been awarded two Joey Awards, including Best Supporting Actor for The Baby-Sitters Club and a Best Young Actor nomination for her role in Hearts and Minds.
When not acting, Sophia enjoys dancing. She is a talented ballerina who has won gold medals at international ballet competitions in the United States, Austria, Canada, and the United Kingdom.
In 2018, Sophia even received a full scholarship to train at a prestigious ballet academy in London. A year later, she joined the Paris Opera Ballet’s summer program and became one of the youngest dancers ever accepted into the prestigious school.
In addition, Sophia also trained under the Junior Associates program of the Royal Ballet School in London.
As of 2021, Sophia resides in France. She is represented by the talent management companies Innovative Artists and Premiere Talent Management in the United States and France.
Who are Sophia Reid-Gantzert’s parents?
Sophia Reid-Gantzert is the daughter of actress Kerri-Ann Reid. Although Kerri’s acting career didn’t last long, she encouraged her daughter to follow in her footsteps.
According to IMDB, Kerri-Ann Reid appeared in a movie called Without End in 2016.
As for Sophia’s father, he is very supportive of Sophia’s career. He has scheduled interviews and meetings for Sophia. So if you intend to meet Sophia, you must first go through Sophia’s parents.
Find Sophia’s mom on IG @sparklyduck75.
Fun fact: Sophia was born and raised in Vancouver, British Columbia, so she holds Canadian citizenship.
Does Sophia Reid-Gantzert have any siblings?
Yes, Sophia Reid-Gantzert has siblings and quite a few. Listed below are:
Mackenzie Reid Rostad: He is an award-winning director, screenwriter, and cinematographer who has worked on several short films. He celebrates his birthday on February 8.
Victoria Nash: She is an interior designer and owner of Rustic & Willow. As of 2021, she lives in BC, Fraser Valley with her husband and two children.
Alex Fraser: Graduated from the Judicial Institute of British Columbia, joined the armoured corps in the Canadian Army. He turned 19 on March 24, 2017.
Anonymous friend, who turned 18 on November 11, 2017.
Related FAQs
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When is Sophia Reid-Gantzert’s birthday?
Sophia Reid-Gantzert celebrates her birthday on January 18 every year. This makes her a Capricorn.
On Sophia’s 8th birthday, her mom posted all of Sophia’s childhood photos on IG and they’ll melt your heart.
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How tall is Sophia Reid-Gantzert?
As of 2021, at age 11, Sophia Reid-Gantzert is just under 4 feet 11 inches (150 cm) tall.
Talking about the district’s features, Sophia has blonde hair, brown eyes and a triangular face. In addition, she has dimples when she smiles.
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Is Sophia Reid-Gantzert on TikTok?
No, Sophia is not on TikTok.
But you can find her on Instagram @sophiareidgantzert and Twitter @SophiaReidG with 40.7k and 1.4k followers respectively, as of October 2021.