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11 things you didn't know about Maya Hawke
Discover multi-hyphenate artist Maya Hawke. From her breakout role in "Stranger Things" to her family connections, learn about her life, music, and acting.
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Who is Maya Hawke?
Maya Ray Thurman Hawke is an impressive multi-hyphenate performer with a successful career as an actress, model and singer-songwriter. Hawke started her career as a model before making her screen debut in BBC’s Little Women in 2017.
The basics
Name: Maya Ray Thurman Hawke
Birthday: July 8, 1998
Nationality: American
Zodiac sign: Cancer
Linktree username: mayahawke
What movies and TV shows has Maya Hawke starred in?
Hawke has enjoyed success on both the big and small screens. Here are some of the feature films you might recognize her from:
- Ladyworld
- Once Upon a Time in Hollywood
- Human Capital
- Mainstream
- Italian Studies
- Fear Street Part One
- Do Revenge
Hawke also appears in the following TV series:
- Little Women
- Stranger Things
- The Good Lord Bird
Do Revenge Trailer – YouTube
Why did Maya Hawke drop out of Julliard?
Hawke dropped out of Julliard, where she was studying drama, to take on her breakout role as Jo March in the BBC series Little Women. She left Julliard at the end of her second semester to spend four months filming in Ireland and launch her professional acting career.
Does Maya Hawke create music?
Hawke is a singer-songwriter and has released two albums: Blush (2020) and Moss (2022). Notable singles include “Sweet Tooth,” “Luna Moth” and “Blue Hippo.” Hawke’s music is folksy, and she says she aims for a “stripped-back” feel. Maya Hawke’s brother, Levon, plays the guitar and practices with her. Bonus fact: The music video for her single “Thérèse” received widespread attention for its NSFW content.
Maya Hawke – Thérèse (Official Music Video) – Youtube
Why was Maya Hawke kicked out of school?
Hawke has dyslexia and says that, as a result, she was “kicked out of school” as a child for not being able to read. Afterward, she attended a school for children with learning differences. She reports that she was, unfortunately, the victim of bullying, but her parents always supported her.
Did Maya Hawke always know she wanted to be an actress?
Hawke says there was no “ah-ha” moment when she decided to be an actress. Instead, she repeatedly found herself in school plays and realized that she was happiest on stage.
Who are Maya Hawke's parents?
Hawke is the daughter of notable parents in the entertainment world: Hollywood A-list actors Uma Thurman and Ethan Hawke.
What brands has Maya Hawke modeled for?
Hawke was the face of the AllSaints’ 2016-2017 collection and has starred in campaigns for Calvin Klein and in a promotional Miu Miu film. Hawke’s other notable modeling gigs include appearing in Vogue and on the cover of Nylon.
Has Maya Hawke won any acting awards?
Hawke has won the following awards:
- Best Supporting Actress in Streaming Presentation for Stranger Things at the 45th Saturn Awards
- Best Actress for As They Slept at the 2019 Hunter Mountain Film Festival
- Best Actress in an MFT Movie/Mini-Series for Little Women at the 2019 Women's Image Network Awards
She also received a nomination at the second Hollywood Critics Association TV Awards in the Best Supporting Actress in a Streaming Series category for her role as Robin Buckley in Netflix’s Stranger Things.
How old is Maya Hawke?
At the time of writing, Hawke is 24 years old. Her date of birth is July 8, 1998. Bonus fact: she was born in the city that never sleeps – New York City.
What are Maya Hawke’s upcoming projects?
Hawke currently has three film projects in post-production:
Revolver—in which she will act alongside her father—is currently in pre-production at the time of writing. In the world of TV, she will lend her voice to Marvel's Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur, as well as continue her role as Robin Buckley in the final season of Stranger Things.
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