Avaah Blackwell

Avaah Blackwell began her professional career after graduating at the top of her class from Prague Film School’s “Acting for Film” pilot program. As one of ten actors selected globally for this program, she demonstrated early on her commitment to the craft. Following her training, Blackwell quickly secured roles and built a reputation for compelling performances on both stage and screen. Her dedication extended to production, where she created the acclaimed female-driven web series “Fan Girl Fights!” This project played a role in launching the lead actresses into stunt and action careers. Blackwell also co-founded and co-hosts “Behind the Camera,” a series of film industry events at Soho House Toronto, and created the Soho House Short Film Festival, further demonstrating her engagement with the film community.

Blackwell has established herself as a versatile performer with extensive experience in acting and stunt work. Her acting credits include significant roles in television series such as ‘The Handmaid’s Tale’ (2025), ‘Star Trek: Section 31’ (2025), ‘Brilliant Minds’ (2025), ‘EFC’ (2024), ‘Time’s Up’ (2024), ‘Destiny 2: The Final Shape’ (2024), ‘Star Trek: Discovery’ (2017–2024), ‘Sanguine’ (2023), ‘Safron’ (2023), ‘FUBAR’ (2023) and ‘Sidewinder’ (2023). Her stunt work is equally notable, serving as a stunt performer and stunt double in productions like ‘IT: Welcome to Derry’ (2025), ‘Something Very Bad Is Going to Happen’ (2026), ‘Star Trek: Strange New Worlds’ (2022–2025), ‘Murderbot’ (2025), ‘What We Do in the Shadows’ (2021–2024), ‘The Christmas Charade’ (2024), ‘V/H/S/Beyond’ (2024), ‘The Umbrella Academy’ (2024), ‘Unprisoned’ (2024), ‘Queen Tut’ (2023), ‘The Changeling’ (2023), and ‘Alice, Darling’ (2022). She has often doubled for actresses such as Rebecca Romijn, Brenda Strong, and Alanah Pearce.

Beyond her on-screen presence, Avaah Blackwell is recognized for her physical abilities and dedication to martial arts. She holds a black belt in Shotokan Karate, has competitive experience, and a background in boxing, Muay Thai, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and Filipino martial arts. These skills are regularly applied in her stunt performances, where she excels in fighting for film, creature work, motion capture, and wirework. She also possesses advanced driving and motorcycle skills, including experience with period vehicles, and is proficient in horseback riding, snow skiing, and snowboarding. Blackwell is bilingual in English and Dutch, with intermediate German proficiency, allowing her to engage in international projects. She is a member of SAG-AFTRA and ACTRA, highlighting her professional standing in the industry in both the US and Canada.