Fina Strazza | |
|---|---|
| Born | (2005-11-03)November 3, 2005 (age 20) New York City, New York, U.S. |
| Occupation | Actress |
| Years active | 2014–present |
Fina Strazza (born November 3, 2005) is an American actress known for her work in theater, television, and film. She gained prominence as the youngest actress to portray the title role inMatilda the Musical on Broadway and for her role as in KJ Brandman inPrime Video seriesPaper Girls. She returned to Broadway in the playJohn Proctor is the Villain earning a nomination for theTony Award for Best Featured Actress in a Play. She also has a leading role inNetflixhorror filmFear Street: Prom Queen as Tiffany Falconer.[1]
Fina Strazza was born on November 3, 2005, inNew York City, New York. She is the daughter of singer Rana Strazza and Matthew Strazza, the head of a technology company. She has an older sister named Nixie.[2]
In August 2014, at the age of eight, Strazza made her Broadway debut as the title character inMatilda the Musical, becoming the youngest actress to play the role. She continued in this role until July 2015, making her Broadway's longest-running Matilda at that time.[3]
In 2015, Strazza starred as Emily Parson in theHallmark Channel original movieA Christmas Melody, directed by and co-starringMariah Carey. In the film, she performed a rendition of Carey's hit song "Oh Santa!".[4]
Strazza's television appearances include guest roles onLaw & Order: Special Victims Unit andMadam Secretary.[5] She also portrayed KJ Brandman in theAmazon Prime seriesPaper Girls (2022).[6]
In 2024, Strazza was cast in theNetflixhorror filmFear Street: Prom Queen, part of theFear Street series.[7]
In 2025, Strazza was announced as part of the cast for the Broadway premiere ofJohn Proctor is the Villain.[8] Strazza was nominated for Best Featured Actress in a Play for the 2025 Tony Awards.
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | A Little Game | Jez | |
| 2015 | A Christmas Melody | Emily Parson | Hallmark Channel TV Movie |
| 2019 | Above the Shadows | Young Holly | |
| 2025 | Fear Street: Prom Queen | Tiffany Falconer |
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Law & Order: Special Victims Unit | Milly Bucci | 2 episodes |
| 2019 | Madam Secretary | Young Stevie | Episode: "The New Normal" |
| 2022 | Paper Girls | KJ Brandman | Main role |
| 2024 | FBI: Most Wanted | Jessie Davis | Episode: "Pig Butchering" |
| Year | Title | Role | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | Matilda The Musical | Matilda | Broadway,Shubert Theatre |
| 2017 | Animal | Little Girl | Off-Broadway,Atlantic Theatre Company |
| 2025 | John Proctor is the Villain | Beth Powell | Broadway,Booth Theatre |
| Year | Association | Category | Project | Result | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Tony Awards | Best Featured Actress in a Play | John Proctor Is the Villain | Nominated | [9] |