Awkwafinas

Awkwafina is the stage name of Nora Lum, an American actress and rapper. She was born on June 2, 1992, in Queens, New York. Lum's mother, who was of Korean descent, passed away when she was four years old, and she was raised by her father and paternal grandmother. Her grandmother, who was a traditional Chinese cook, significantly influenced her upbringing.

Lum began her music career at the age of 15, posting her first song on YouTube. She officially adopted the stage name Awkwafina in 2012. Her debut album, "Yellow Ranger," was released in 2014, followed by "In Fina Time" in 2018. Her music often features a blend of humor and personal storytelling.

Awkwafina gained wider recognition for her acting roles. She made her acting debut in the 2016 comedy film "Neighbors 2: Sorority Rising." She later appeared in "Ocean's 8" (2018) and "Crazy Rich Asians" (2018), which brought her significant critical and commercial success. Her performance in "The Farewell" (2019) earned her a Golden Globe Award for Best Actress – Motion Picture Musical or Comedy, making her the first woman of East Asian descent to win that award. She also starred in the Comedy Central television series "Awkwafina Is Nora from Queens," which premiered in 2020.