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Jona Xiao is an American actress and entrepreneur known for her dynamic roles in both television and film.  

She gained recognition for her portrayal of Julie Yang in AMC’s “Halt and Catch Fire.”

Further, she solidified her presence in the entertainment industry with her voice role as Young Namaari in Disney’s animated feature “Raya and the Last Dragon.”

Beyond her acting endeavours, Xiao is also known for founding Career ACTivate, a platform dedicated to helping actors advance their careers.

Profile

• Full name: Jona Xiao
• Birth name: Qiaona Xiao
• Date of birth: May 18, 1989
• Age: 36 years old
• Gender: Female
• Place of birth: Changsha, Hunan, China
• Nationality: American
• Profession: Actress, Entrepreneur
• Height: 5 feet 2½ inches (1.59 m)
• Parents: N/A
• Siblings: N/A
• Spouse: N/A
• Children: N/A
• Relationship status: N/A
• Religion: N/A
• Ethnicity: Chinese-American
• Net worth: $4.7 million

Early Life and Education

Jona Xiao was born on May 18, 1989, in Changsha, China. She moved to New York as an infant and later settled in St. Louis, Missouri, with her family. Xiao began her acting journey in middle school, where she participated in drama classes and school productions.

She attended the University of Southern California, where she studied Business Administration, Cinematic Arts, and Theatre at the Marshall School of Business.

Personal Life

Information regarding Jona Xiao’s personal life, including details about her family, relationships, and marital status, is not publicly available. She maintains a level of privacy concerning her personal affairs.

Career

Jona Xiao’s professional acting career commenced in the mid-2000s, with her debut in the 2007 film “Alice Upside Down.” She went on to appear in various television series, including “Bones,” “2 Broke Girls,” and “The Young and the Restless.” Her role as Julie Yang in AMC’s “Halt and Catch Fire” brought her significant attention.

Additionally, Xiao voiced Young Namaari in Disney’s “Raya and the Last Dragon,” showcasing her versatility in both live-action and animated roles. She also portrayed Shen May in Netflix’s “Resident Evil: Infinite Darkness” and Rainbow Raider 2.0 in The CW’s “The Flash.”  

Awards

• 2023 Indie Series Award Nomination for Best Guest Performance in a Comedy for her role as Linseed in “Fête.”
• Winner of the National Warner Brothers Casting Call.
• Winner of the WB St. Louis Area Casting Call.
• Recipient of the “Most Charming Performance” award from Ragged Blade.  

Net Worth

Jona Xiao’s net worth is estimated to be $4.7 million. This wealth has been accumulated through her acting roles in television and film, as well as her entrepreneurial venture, Career ACTivate.

Social Media

• Instagram: @jonaxiao
• X: @jonaxiao

Filmography

Film:

• Alice Upside Down (2007)
• The Mandarin Orange Boy (2010)
• Tag (2015)
• Keeping Up with the Joneses (2016)
• Gifted (2017)
• Flavors of Youth (2018)
• Raya and The Last Dragon (2021)

Television:

• The Forgotten (2009)
• 2 Broke Girls (2012)
• Bones (2013)
• The Young and the Restless (2013)
• Trophy Wife (2013)
• Days of Our Lives (2014)