Abby Ryder Fortson

Abby Ryder Fortson, born on March 14, 2008, is a talented young actress hailing from the United States. She gained recognition for her captivating performances in various television series and films. Fortson portrayed Ella Novak in the critically acclaimed series "Transparent," and showcased her acting prowess as Harper Weil in "The Whispers" and Sophie Pierson in "Togetherness." She is also well-known for her role as Cassie Lang in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, appearing in both "Ant-Man" (2015) and its sequel "Ant-Man and the Wasp" (2018). More recently, she took on the lead role of Margaret Simon in the much-anticipated film adaptation of "Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret." released in 2023.

Abby is the daughter of actress Christie Lynn Smith and her husband, John Fortson, which perhaps influenced her early interest in the performing arts. Her talents have not gone unnoticed; on January 6, 2024, she received the prestigious Star on the Rise Award at the Astra Awards, presented by the Hollywood Creative Alliance, recognizing her outstanding contributions to the industry at such a young age. With a growing portfolio and a promising future ahead, Fortson is certainly a name to watch in the entertainment world.