Learn all about the talented Japanese-American actress and dancer, Mari Kasuya, including her career, personal life, and more. This comprehensive guide covers everything from her early life to her latest projects.

Wiki/Biography

Mari Kaitlin Kasuya was born in 1994 in Yokohama, Japan. As of 2024, she is 30 years old. She completed her schooling at Walton High School in Georgia before attending the University of Virginia for a Semester at Sea program in Spring 2016. Kasuya holds a Bachelor’s degree in Digital Broadcast Journalism & Theatre from the University of Georgia.

Her acting training includes studying under Barbara Beneville at Just Breathe Acting in Marietta. She’s also a skilled hip hop dancer, having trained at the Rhythm Dance Center in Marietta. Her singing talents were developed during her high school years.

Physical Appearance

Mari Kasuya possesses a striking appearance:

• Height: 5′ 4″
• Eye Color: Brown
• Hair Color: Black

Family & Ethnicity

Kasuya’s father is Keishi Kasuya. Her mother, Andrea Kasuya, is a former ballerina who ran a dance studio in Japan. She also has a brother, Chris Kasuya.

Career

Before focusing on acting, Mari Kasuya held diverse roles. These included:

• Social media intern at What’s Trending in Los Angeles
• Freelance fashion stylist on the Tailor app
• Market and sales specialist at Orange Halo
• Social media manager at North River Church of Christ

Her acting debut was in 2012’s Joyful Noise. She made her television debut in 2019’s Mark of a Killer. Her notable film roles include Avengers: Endgame (2019), A Week Away (2020), and Inheritance (2020). She also works as an independent contractor for Belay, a virtual staffing solutions company.

Favorite Things

Mari Kasuya’s preferences include:

• TV Host: Ellen DeGeneres
• Actress(es): Reese Witherspoon, Constance Wu

Facts/Trivia

Here are some interesting facts about Mari Kasuya:

• She enjoys dancing, writing, traveling, and exploring digital media.
• She began dancing and performing at a young age.
• Initially aiming to be a news anchor, she returned to acting after working in journalism.

Mari Kasuya’s Filmography