Taissa Farmiga is a renowned American actress who is widely recognized for her performances in horror films and her poignant and authentic portrayals of young characters. She is related to her esteemed sister, Academy Award nominee Vera Farmiga.
Farmiga has starred in many horror films throughout her career, including nun, spiritualism, Annabelle: Creationand This sparkling ring. This is her debut in a film directed by her sister. Higher groundpaving the way for her to enter the international stage.
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- Full name: Taissa Farmiga
- Date of Birth: August 17, 1994
- Age: 30
- Gender: Female
- Birthplace: Clifton, New Jersey, USA
- Country: United States
- Occupation: Actor
- Height: 5 feet 6 inches (168 cm)
- Parents: Lubomyra Farmiga and Michael Farmiga
- Siblings: Vera Farmiga, Alexandre Farmiga, Stephen Farmiga, Larissa Farmiga, Nadia Farmiga and Victor Farmiga
- Marital status: Married
- Spouse: Hadley Klein
- Net worth: $1 million
Early life and education
Taissa Farmiga, 30, was born in Clifton, New Jersey on August 17, 1994. She is the youngest child of her parents, Lubomyra (née Spas), a teacher, and Michael Farmiga, a systems analyst.
She grew up in a Ukrainian-American family with six siblings: Vera, Alexander, Stephen, Larissa, Nadia and Victor. Taissa’s sister, Vera Farmiga, is also a well-known actress in the industry.
Her mother’s parents first met during World War II in Karlsfeld, a subcamp of the Dachau concentration camp system.
Tessa’s educational journey began in public school until fourth grade, after which her mother took over as her tutor, mentoring not only her but also her two siblings, Alex and Laryssa.
personal life
Taissa Farmiga’s personal life took a major turn when she met her now-husband, Hadley Klein. The couple met through mutual friends and quickly developed a strong bond.
After a proposal filled with love and laughter, Tessa and Klein tied the knot surrounded by their family and friends. Their union has brought joy and stability to both of them. The couple has no children, but they remain devoted to each other.
Profession
Although Farmiga’s original career plan was to become an accountant, her sister Vera convinced her to play the 16-year-old Colleen Walker in her directorial debut. Higher ground.
The film premiered at the 2011 Sundance Film Festival, where Farmiga’s acting received high praise, and she subsequently signed with talent agency ICM Partners.
That same year, she gained widespread recognition for her role as Violet Harmon in the first season of the FX TV series American Horror Story anthology series. Her portrayal of the troubled teenage daughter won her rave reviews.
She then joined the cast of Sofia Coppola’s crime satire This sparkling ring. She later starred in the romantic comedy In Middleton Along with her sisters Vera and Andy García.
Back to American Horror Story Farmiga played the role of Zoe Benson in the third season, which received critical acclaim. American Horror Story: Coven.
She also stars in her first leading role as Anna Greene in the psychological thriller Mind Landscapewhich received positive reviews from critics. She co-starred as Sarah in the biographical crime drama James Boy (2014).
Awards
- The Gilded Age: Screen Actors Guild Award for Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Drama Series (2023)
- Final Girls: Thriller Award: Best Actress (2015)
net worth
According to sources, as of 2024, Taissa Farmiga’s net worth is estimated to be around $1 million.
social media
- Instagram: @taissafarmiga
- Twitter: @taissafarmiga
Filmography
- American Horror Story
- This sparkling ring
- Anna
- The Final Girl
