Lexi Underwood is an American actress and singer, recognized for her notable portrayal of Pearl Warren in the television series “Little Fires Everywhere.” Additionally, she played the character Athena in “Will vs. the Future,” a comedic science fiction series created and produced by Tim McKeon and Kevin Seccia, with direction by Joe Nussbaum.
Lexi Underwood Biography
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| Name | Lexi Underwood |
| Nickname | Lexi |
| Profession | Actress, model |
| Debut | Forgotten Happiness (2014) |
| Height | 4’11” or 1.49m or 149cm |
| Weight | 48kg or 111lbs |
| Body Measurements | Chest- 36 inches Waist- 26 inches Hip- 36 inches |
| Date of Birth | August 28, 2003 (20 years as of 2023) |
| Zodiac | Virgo |
| Birthplace | Maryland, United States |
| Residence | Maryland, United States |
| Nationality | American |
| School | Not Known |
| College | Not Known |
| Educational Qualifications | Graduate |
| Father | Alex Underwood |
| Mother | Stephanie Black |
| Eye color | Dark Brown |
| Hair color | Dark Brown |
| Net Worth | $2.5 million (approx.) |
| Hobbies | Dancing |
Lexi Underwood Early life and Background
Lexi Underwood, born on August 16, 1997, is the daughter of U.S. Army Brig. Gen. Stephen K. Curda and Dr. Leslie Curda. She was born in Tallahassee, Florida, but was raised in Chicago. Her father holds the distinction of being the first Korean-American to achieve the rank of one-star general in the United States Army Reserve, and her mother has Scottish heritage.
Lexi Underwood has four siblings: Riley, who shared the stage with her in the musical “The King and I”; Major, known for appearances in shows like Riverdale, Atypical, and The Thundermans; Glory, who has credits in projects like Final Fantasy VII Remake, Adventure Time, and Law & Order: Special Victims Unit; and Saylor, who played Maddox “Gadget” in the third and fourth seasons of High School Musical: The Musical: The Series. Lexi graduated from Wheaton College in 2019 with a Bachelor of Arts in Interpersonal Communication.
Lexi Underwood Personal life
Lexi Underwood identifies as being on the asexual spectrum.
Personal favourites
| Actor | Sergi Lopez |
| Actress | Clara Lago |
| Food | Pasta |
| Destination | Italy |
| Color | Black |
Career
Lexi Underwood embarked on her professional theatrical journey at the age of ten, making her debut at Ford’s Theatre in Washington, D.C., in November 2013. She showcased her talent in their acclaimed production of Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol,” portraying the roles of Want and Urchin Girl.
In December 2014, Underwood participated in a one-night-only benefit concert for the Actors Fund of America, performing in “Mister Magoo’s Christmas Carol.” The concert, directed by Peter Flynn and musically directed by John McDaniel, was a notable event in her career.
In November 2015, Lexi Underwood secured the role of Young Nala in Disney Theatrical Productions’ “The Lion King.” She joined the North-American Touring Company, performing from January to August 2015, and also covered the same role on Broadway.
Her television debut took place on October 14, 2014, when she appeared in the CBS series “Person of Interest” as Queen Bee. Lexi Underwood continued to make appearances in various TV series, including “Code Black” as Emily Campbell, “Henry Danger” as Narlee, “Walk the Prank” as Nice Nancy, “Raven’s Home” as Shannon Reynolds, “David S. Pumpkins’ Halloween Special” as the voice of Paige (animated by Bento Box Entertainment), and “Will Vs The Future” as Athena, a time-traveling warrior rebel from the future. Her performance in “Little Fires Everywhere” earned acclaim, with the New York Times describing it as “excellent,” particularly highlighting the scenes between her character, Pearl, and her on-screen mother, Mia.
Filmography
- “Person of Interest” (2014) – Queen Bee (TV Series)
- “Code Black” (2015) – Emily Campbell (TV Series)
- “Henry Danger” (2016) – Narlee (TV Series)
- “Walk the Prank” (2016) – Nice Nancy (TV Series)
- “Raven’s Home” (2017) – Shannon Reynolds (TV Series)
- “David S. Pumpkins’ Halloween Special” (2017) – Paige (Voice, Animated Special)
- “Will Vs The Future” (2017) – Athena (TV Series)
- “Little Fires Everywhere” (2020) – Pearl Warren (TV Mini-Series)
- “Family Reunion” (2021) – Alexis (TV Series)
Lesser-known Facts
- Lexi made her professional theatrical debut at the age of ten in the acclaimed production of Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol” at the Ford’s Theatre in Washington, D.C.
- She played the role of Young Nala in Disney Theatrical Productions’ “The Lion King” and performed with the North-American Touring Company, even covering the Broadway role.
- Lexi has taken on a variety of roles in different TV series, showcasing her versatility as an actress, from playing Emily Campbell in “Code Black” to portraying Athena in “Will Vs The Future.”
- Her performance as Pearl Warren in “Little Fires Everywhere” received praise from critics, with The New York Times describing it as “excellent” and highlighting her chemistry with Kerry Washington’s character.
- Lexi lent her voice to the character Paige in the animated special “David S. Pumpkins’ Halloween Special” produced by Bento Box Entertainment.
- She is an advocate for social justice issues and has used her platform to raise awareness and engage in conversations about topics like racial equality and youth empowerment.
- In addition to acting, Lexi is a talented singer, and she often shares her singing performances on social media platforms.
- Lexi is seen as a positive role model for young people due to her commitment to making a difference in the world through her work and activism.
- She values education and has continued to balance her acting career with her academic pursuits, showing dedication to her personal growth.
- Lexi has expressed interest in filmmaking and storytelling beyond acting, hinting at a potential future behind the camera.