Sheila Vand
Career
Active 2007 – present
Biography
About Sheila Vand
Sheila Vand is an American actress and artist of Middle Eastern ethnicity, born in a Los Angeles suburb and raised in Palo Alto, California. Her breakout came as an actress in Ben Affleck's 2012 Oscar-winning film *Argo*. She made her Broadway debut opposite Robin Williams in *Bengal Tiger at the Baghdad Zoo* in 2011, a performance that earned a Pulitzer nomination for the play. Vand has collaborated extensively with filmmaker Ana Lily Amirpour, starring in *A Girl Walks Home Alone at Night*, which premiered at the 2014 Sundance Film Festival, and *Pashmaloo*, which debuted at the Berlinale in 2011. With artist Alexa Meade, she created the photo series *MILK: What Will You Make of Me?*, exhibited at the Gallery for Contemporary Photography Ingo Seufert in Munich and at the Grand Palais during Art Paris Art Fair. She is also the creator of the experimental performance piece *Sneaky Nietzsche*.
Vand identifies as a second-generation Iranian-American. As a performer, she brings a distinct presence to both stage and screen, and her artistic work often explores themes of identity and transformation. Since 2007, she has been active in the entertainment industry, amassing a diverse body of work that spans theater, film, and visual art. At 41 years old, she stands 5'3" with a slim build, black hair, and brown eyes. Her natural figure includes a 34–24–35 measurement and a 32B bra cup. She has appeared in solo topless scenes in her work, which she handles with professionalism and artistic intent. Her career continues to evolve, and she remains a compelling figure in contemporary performance art.
Vand's artistic practice is multifaceted, though she remains grounded in her roots. Her collaborations with Amirpour and Meade have defined much of her recent trajectory, and each project has expanded her repertoire. She was born on Saturday, April 27, 1985, and has been working for nearly two decades. She weighs 117 pounds, which complements her petite stature. With a decade-spanning career and ongoing creative partnerships, Vand has carved a niche for herself as a versatile performer and innovator in the arts.
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Profile details
Personal
- Years Active
- 2007-present (started around 22 years old; 19 years active)
- Birthplace
- Los Angeles, California, United States
- Ethnicity
- Middle Eastern
Body
- Hair Color
- Black
- Eye Color
- Brown
- Weight
- 117 lbs (or 53 kg)
- Measurements
- 34–24–35 (B–W–H) · WHR 0.69
- Bra/Cup Size
- 32B show conversions - UK: 32B, EU: 70B, AU: 10B, JP: 70B
- Boobs
- Real/Natural
Performances
- Solo
- Nudity (Topless Only)
Frequently asked
What roles is Sheila Vand best known for?
She is known for her role in *Argo* (2012) and her Broadway debut in *Bengal Tiger at the Baghdad Zoo* alongside Robin Williams.
How has she collaborated with Ana Lily Amirpour?
She has worked on multiple projects with Amirpour, including *Pashmaloo* (premiered at Berlinale) and *A Girl Walks Home Alone at Night* (premiered at Sundance).
What is the significance of her collaboration with Alexa Meade?
Her photo series *MILK* with Meade was exhibited at the Gallery for Contemporary Photography Ingo Seufert in Munich and at the Grand Palais during Art Paris Art Fair.
What is her background as an Iranian-American?
She is a second-generation Iranian-American, born in a Los Angeles suburb and raised in Palo Alto, California.
Did you know
- She has performed topless in solo scenes as part of her acting work.
- Her measurements give a waist-to-hip ratio of 0.69.
- She started her career in 2007 and has been active for 19 years.
- She has appeared in both film and theatrical productions, including a Broadway play with Robin Williams.
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