Nora Lum, better known by her stage name Awkwafina born on 2nd June 1989, is an extraordinary talent who has taken the entertainment industry by storm. From her early rap career to her breakout roles in film and television, Awkwafina has captivated audiences with her unique style and infectious energy.

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Awkwafina Early Live

Born on June 2, 1989, in Forest Hills, Queens, New York City, Awkwafina, whose real name is Nora Lum Ying, was destined for greatness. Her father, Wally Lum, is of Chinese American descent, while her mother, Tia Lum, hails from a Korean American background.

Unfortunately, Awkwafina’s mother passed away when she was just four years old, leaving her to be raised by her father and paternal grandparents.

Awkwafina Career Start

Awkwafina’s artistic journey began at a young age, as she discovered her passion for music and started rapping when she was just 13.

Initially using GarageBand, she soon expanded her music production skills and mastered software like Logic Pro and Ableton.

It was in 2012 that she gained widespread recognition when her rap song, “My Vag” went viral on YouTube.

This bold and unapologetic track served as a response to Mickey Avalon’s “My Dick” and solidified Awkwafina’s presence in the rap scene.

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Awkwafina Some Interestring Facts

Here are some facts about Awkwafina (Nora Lum):

• She was born on June 2, 1988, in Stony Brook, New York.
• Her father is Chinese American and her mother is Korean American.
• She attended Fiorello H. LaGuardia High School, where she played the trumpet and studied classical music and jazz.
• She adopted the stage name Awkwafina when she was 15 years old.
• She released her debut album, Yellow Ranger, in 2014.
• She appeared on the MTV comedy series Girl Code from 2014 to 2015.
• She had supporting roles in the comedy films Neighbors 2: Sorority Rising (2016) and Ocean’s 8 (2018).
• She starred in the comedy-drama film The Farewell (2019), for which she was nominated for a Golden Globe Award for Best Actress.
• She won the Golden Globe Award for Best Actress – Motion Picture Comedy or Musical for The Farewell (2019).
• She is the first person of Asian descent to win a Golden Globe Award in any lead actress film category.
• She is currently working on the films Imaginary Friends, Kung Fu Panda 4, and Migration.

Here are some other interesting facts about Awkwafina:

• She is a graduate of the University at Albany, State University of New York, with a degree in journalism.
• She is fluent in Mandarin Chinese.
• She is a self-proclaimed “nerd” and loves comic books, video games, and anime.
• She is a vocal advocate for Asian American representation in the media.
• She is a role model for young Asian Americans and has been praised for her authenticity and humor.

Awkwafina Most Popular Movies and TV Show

Awkwafina’s most popular movies and TV shows:

• The Farewell (2019)
• Crazy Rich Asians (2018)
• Ocean’s 8 (2018)
• Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings (2021)
• The Little Mermaid (2023)
• Awkwafina Is Nora from Queens (2022–present)

She has also appeared in a number of other Films and Television shows, including Jumanji: The Next Level, Between Two Ferns: The Movie, and The SpongeBob Movie: Sponge on the Run.

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