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United States Chase Sui Wonders has established herself as a notable actress, director, and writer, demonstrating a versatile talent across film and television projects.
Chase Sui Wonders channels James Dean in new Levi's x Sacai campaign. The actress shares what she's learned from various Hollywood icons throughout her career.
As a model, she appeared in a fashion collaboration campaign between her aunt, Anna Sui and Batsheva Hay in 2021. The iconoclastic New York designers are introducing a small-scale capsule of signature Anna Sui shapes made in Batsheva fabrics and iconic Batsheva silhouettes.
Chase Sui Wonders was born on May 21, 1996, in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan. Her background includes a father of Chinese descent and a mother of European descent. She is also the niece of American fashion designer Anna Sui. Wonders pursued higher education at Harvard University, where she graduated magna cum laude with a major in film studies and production. During her time at Harvard, she contributed to the college humor publication, The Harvard Lampoon, which provided an early platform for her creative and writing abilities. Her educational foundation in film studies and practical writing experience laid the groundwork for her multifaceted career in the entertainment industry.
Wonders initiated her career in film early, serving as the protagonist, co-director, and lead screenwriter for the 2009 film “A Trivial Exclusion.” Following this, she continued to explore directorial and writing roles, including a feature-length film “Last Migration” in 2015. Her acting career began to gain traction with roles in various productions, notably appearing as Makayla in the psychological horror film “Daniel Isn’t Real” in 2019 and a small role in Sofia Coppola’s 2020 comedy-drama “On the Rocks.” These early projects allowed Wonders to gain experience across different aspects of film production and acting, setting the stage for more prominent roles.
A significant turning point in Wonders’ career came in 2021 when she joined the main cast of HBO Max’s dramedy series “Generation” as Riley. This role brought broader recognition, leading to subsequent major projects. In 2022, she expanded her creative efforts by co-writing and directing the short film “Wake” for Vogue China, starring herself and Charles Melton. The same year, she starred in the satirical slasher film “Bodies Bodies Bodies.” Her career progression continued with leading roles in Apple TV+’s “City on Fire” in 2023 and “The Studio” in 2025, where she played Quinn Hackett. Her performance in “The Studio” earned her nominations for Best Supporting Actress at the 2nd Gotham TV Awards and 5th Astra TV Awards, solidifying her position as a recognized talent in the industry. Additionally, Wonders has been cast in the upcoming “Buffy the Vampire Slayer” reboot, further diversifying her acting portfolio.
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