Norma Kuhling

Gaining significant recognition for her role as Dr. Ava Bekker in the NBC medical drama series Chicago Med, Norma Kuhling first appeared in the season two finale ‘Love Hurts’ in 2017. She was subsequently made a series regular for seasons three and four, portraying the ambitious cardiothoracic surgery fellow from 2017 to 2019. Prior to her breakout role, Kuhling refined her craft, having trained at the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art from 2012 to 2014.

Her early career included an appearance in the comedy-drama film The Joneses in 2009 and a performance as Karen in Michael Weller’s play Moonchildren at the Berkshire Theatre Festival in 2011. These formative experiences underscored her versatility across various mediums. Following her impactful run on Chicago Med, Kuhling further showcased her dramatic range by starring as Jo Mitchel in the 2019 independent film Fourteen. Her compelling portrayal in the critically acclaimed feature solidified her emerging profile in independent cinema.

as Nora Fowler, a tactical medic, appearing in seven episodes. This role further highlighted her capacity to take on diverse character types within demanding series. Looking ahead, Kuhling is slated for a significant recurring role as ADA Cindy ‘CJ’ Jones in the long-running NBC crime/legal drama series Law & Order: Special Victims Unit in 2025. This upcoming project underscores her continued appeal and demand within established network franchises, poised to bring her nuanced performance to a new prominent role.