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Awkwafina
Also known as Nora Lum
Career
Active 2005 – present
Biography
About Awkwafina
Awkwafina is the stage name of Nora Lum, an American actress, comedian, rapper, and more. She first turned heads in 2012 with her viral YouTube rap "My Vag," and followed it with the album Yellow Ranger (2014) and a stint on MTV's Girl Code (2014–2015). Her film career took off with comedies like Neighbors 2, Ocean's 8, Crazy Rich Asians, and Jumanji, but her dramatic turn in The Farewell (2019) landed her a Golden Globe. Since 2020, she has co-created, written, and produced the Comedy Central series Awkwafina Is Nora from Queens, playing a fictionalized version of herself. In 2021, she joined the MCU as Katy in Shang-Chi, and her voice graces films from Storks to Kung Fu Panda 4. She has been active since 2005 and has built a following of 2.4 million on Instagram.
At 5'1" with a slim build, she's a petite presence on screen. She stands out with her black hair, brown eyes, and natural bust. Her measurements are 32-24-33, and she wears a 32A bra cup. While she's known for high-energy comedy, she also produces and writes, making her a versatile force in Hollywood. Her journey from YouTube rapper to Golden Globe winner is a testament to her range. The Farewell, in particular, showed her ability to handle quiet, emotional roles. As an Asian American performer, she has broken barriers in an industry that often typecasts, and she continues to take on diverse projects. With over two decades in the business, she shows no signs of slowing down. Her fans can catch her in everything from blockbuster Marvel films to intimate indie dramas, and her Instagram keeps them updated on her latest ventures.
Record
Profile details
Personal
- Years Active
- 2005-present (started around 18 years old; 21 years active)
- Birthplace
- Stony Brook, Brookhaven, New York, United States
- Ethnicity
- Asian
Body
- Hair Color
- Black
- Eye Color
- Brown
- Weight
- 117 lbs (or 53 kg)
- Measurements
- 32–24–33 (B–W–H) · WHR 0.73
- Bra/Cup Size
- 32A show conversions - UK: 32A, EU: 70A, AU: 10A, JP: 70A
- Boobs
- Real/Natural
Extra
- Instagram Followers
- 2.4m (as of March 2026)
- Listed In
- Marvel Babes
Frequently asked
How did Awkwafina get her start in entertainment?
She gained prominence in 2012 when her rap song "My Vag" went viral on YouTube, then released her debut album Yellow Ranger in 2014 and appeared on MTV's Girl Code from 2014 to 2015.
What roles has she played in the Marvel Cinematic Universe?
In 2021, she portrayed Katy in the Marvel film Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings.
What awards has she won?
She won a Golden Globe Award for her starring role in the 2019 film The Farewell.
Is she involved in creating her own TV show?
Yes, she is a co-creator, writer, and executive producer of the Comedy Central series Awkwafina Is Nora from Queens, where she also plays a fictionalized version of herself.
Did you know
- Her stage name is a play on her real name, Nora Lum, but she is also a rapper and released an album in 2014.
- She has voice acted in several animated films, including Raya and the Last Dragon, The Bad Guys, The Little Mermaid, Migration, and Kung Fu Panda 4.
- She has been active in entertainment since 2005, starting around age 18.
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