Norma Kuhling

Norma Kuhling was born on December 4, 1990, in New York, USA. She pursued formal acting training at the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art, attending from 2012 to 2014. Her acting career began with early roles including the comedy-drama film “The Joneses” in 2009, where she was credited as Norma Zea Kuhling. In 2011, she appeared in a stage production of Michael Weller’s play “Moonchildren” at the Berkshire Theatre Festival, performing the role of Karen. These initial experiences laid the foundation for her subsequent work in film and television, demonstrating her versatility across different mediums.

Kuhling gained significant recognition for her role as Dr. Ava Bekker in the NBC medical drama series “Chicago Med.” She first appeared in the season two finale “Love Hurts” in 2017, and was subsequently made a series regular for seasons three and four. Her character, an ambitious cardiothoracic surgery fellow, was involved in storylines that explored complex relationship dynamics and themes of mental health. Following her departure from “Chicago Med” in 2019, Kuhling starred in the 2019 independent film “Fourteen” as Jo Mitchel, a social worker navigating a challenging friendship. Her performance in “Fourteen” received critical acclaim, with critics noting her compelling portrayal and screen presence. The film contributed to her emerging profile in independent cinema.

Her career has continued to progress with recurring roles in other major television series. As of 2021, Kuhling joined the cast of the CBS action drama series “S.W.A.T.” as Nora Fowler, a tactical medic, appearing in seven episodes through 2022. In 2025, she is slated for a recurring role as ADA Cindy ‘CJ’ Jones in the long-running NBC crime/legal drama series “Law & Order: Special Victims Unit.” These roles underscore her consistent presence in network television and her ability to take on diverse character types within established franchises.