Natasha Negovanlis is an actress, writer, and producer known for her dynamic roles and advocacy for LGBTQ+ representation. After gaining international attention and a dedicated global following for her portrayal of Carmilla Karnstein in the digital series ‘Carmilla’ (20142016), Natasha Negovanlis established herself as a Canadian Screen Award-winning actress, writer, and producer. Her classical training in musical theatre and film at Wexford Collegiate School for the Arts and Voice Performance at The Schulich School of Music at McGill University provided a strong foundation for her diverse career in entertainment. Negovanliss role as the titular broody lesbian vampire not only gained her international recognition but also amassed a significant global social media following, highlighting her impact in the digital space.
Negovanlis has received numerous accolades for her contributions to television and web series, underscoring her widespread appeal and industry recognition. In 2017, she won the prestigious Fan’s Choice Award at the 5th Canadian Screen Awards for her role in ‘Carmilla,’ securing over two million votes from her dedicated fanbase. Her acceptance speech, which powerfully emphasized the importance of queer representation in media, drew significant attention from major media outlets. Further showcasing her versatile talent, she earned a ‘Best Ensemble Performance’ award at the Toronto Web Fest in 2018 for ‘Haunters: The Musical’ and a ‘Best Dynamic Duo’ award at the NYC Web Fest in 2018 for ‘ClaireVoyant’ with Annie M.
Briggs. Throughout her career, Negovanlis has consistently championed themes of mental health awareness and positive LGBTQ+ representation, leveraging her platform to advocate for underrepresented communities. She continues to engage with her expansive audience through public speaking engagements and convention appearances, solidifying her status as a dynamic talent and influential voice in entertainment.