Kat Graham is a Swiss-born American actress, singer, dancer, and producer.
She rose to fame through her role as Bonnie Bennett, a young witch, in the hit supernatural drama series The Vampire Diaries (2009–2017).
Her portrayal in the series, which began with its premiere in September 2009, gained her significant recognition and set the stage for her dynamic career in the entertainment industry.
Beyond acting, Graham is also celebrated for her musical pursuits, with a style she describes as blending 1990s vintage elements with modern twists.
Profile
- Full name: Katerina Alexandre Hartford Graham
- Date of birth: September 5, 1989
- Age: 35 years old
- Gender: Female
- Place of birth: Geneva, Switzerland
- Nationality: Swiss-American
- Profession: Actress, singer, dancer, producer
- Height: 5 feet 1 inch (1.57 m)
- Parents: Joseph Graham (father), Natasha Graham (mother)
- Siblings: Yakov (half-brother)
- Spouse: Bryant Wood
- Children: N/A
- Relationship status: Married
- Religion: Jewish
- Ethnicity: Mixed (Americo-Liberian and Russian Jewish)
- Net worth: $3 million
Early Life and Education
Now 35 years old, Kat Graham was born in Geneva, Switzerland, on September 5, 1989, to Joseph Graham, a music executive of Americo-Liberian descent, and Natasha Graham, a Russian-Jewish individual. After her parents’ divorce, she was raised primarily in Los Angeles, California.
Her paternal grandfather served as a United Nations ambassador for 40 years. Growing up multilingual, Kat speaks English, French, Spanish, and Hebrew.
While her early education included attendance at a Hebrew school, further details about her higher education are unavailable.
Graham credits her family’s diverse cultural and professional background for inspiring her advocacy and artistic endeavors.
Personal Life
Kat Graham married Bryant Wood in October 2023 after a period of dating.
The couple planned a second celebration of their union for 2024. Previously, Graham was engaged to actor Cottrell Guidry, but their relationship ended in 2014.
Beyond her marital status, Graham has kept other aspects of her personal life relatively private. She has also been vocal about embracing her mixed heritage and incorporating its influence into her creative projects.
Career
Kat Graham’s career began at six, appearing in commercials for brands like Barbie and Pop-Tarts.
She transitioned to music videos and background dancing for artists such as Pharrell Williams and Missy Elliott.
Graham made her acting debut in the 1998 film The Parent Trap and appeared in shows like Lizzie McGuire and CSI: Crime Scene Investigation.
Her breakthrough came in 2009 with The Vampire Diaries, where she portrayed Bonnie Bennett until 2017, earning accolades for her role.
In the film, Graham starred in Honey 2 (2011), Addicted (2014), All Eyez on Me (2017), and Netflix hits like The Holiday Calendar (2018) and Operation Christmas Drop (2020).
Her music career includes multiple studio albums, with her debut Roxbury Drive released in 2015. Her latest album, Long Hot Summer, came out in 2022 and was accompanied by a world tour.
Awards
- Teen Choice Award for Choice TV Female Scene Stealer (2011)
- Recognition in the 2024 TIME100 Next list for emerging global leaders.
Net Worth
Kat Graham’s net worth is estimated at $3 million.
Her wealth comes from her success in acting, music, and brand endorsements, including collaborations with Interscope Records and major fashion and beauty campaigns.
Social Media
- Instagram: @katgraham
- Twitter: @KatGraham
Filmography
- The Parent Trap (1998)
- 17 Again (2009)
- Honey 2 (2011)
- Addicted (2014)
- All Eyez on Me (2017)
- The Holiday Calendar (2018)
- Operation Christmas Drop (2020)
Discography
- Roxbury Drive (2015)
- Love Music Funk Magic (2017)
- Long Hot Summer (2022) Books
- The Blue Sky Chronicles (2011)
- The Modern Nirvana Oracle Deck (2022)
- Seasons of You (2023)
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