Grace Saif Biography: Movies, Net Worth, Height, Ethnicity, Age, Parents, Siblings

Grace Saif is a British actress and theatre artist celebrated for her role as Ani Achola in seasons three and four of Netflix’s 13 Reasons Why, where her nuanced performance as the new narrator and a complex high school student earned both praise and controversy.

She honed her craft at the prestigious Royal Academy of Dramatic Art (RADA), graduating in 2017.

Beyond television, Saif has showcased her talents in short films like Wilton and Night Out, voiced characters in World of Warcraft: Battle for Azeroth, and performed in acclaimed theatre productions such as The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie at Donmar Warehouse.

Profile

• Full Name: Grace Saif
• Stage Name: Grace Saif
• Born: 7, October 1995
• Age: 29 years old
• Birthplace: Manchester, England, United Kingdom
• Nationality: British
• Occupation: Actress, Theatre Artist, and Voice Actress
• Height: 1.68m
• Parents: Names unknown
• Siblings: Unknown
• Spouse: None
• Children: None
• Relationship: Single
• Net Worth: $1 million to $.5 million

Early Life and Education

Grace Saif was born on October 7, 1995, in Manchester, England, to parents of Yemeni and Kenyan heritage, though their names are not publicly disclosed. She was raised in Crawley, West Sussex, where she attended Hazelwick School, excelling in her A-levels before pursuing a career in acting.

Saif graduated from the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art (RADA) in 2017 with a Bachelor of Arts in Acting, receiving a £4,500 BAFTA bursary and mentorship from actress Billie Piper, best known for her role in Doctor Who.

During her time at RADA, she performed in productions such as Hamlet and The Man of Mode, earning a distinction in the British Academy of Stage and Screen Combat. Her ethnicity is Afro-British, and her religion is Christianity, as noted in some sources.

Career

Grace Saif began her acting career in 2016 with a debut role in the short film Wilton, directed by Cecile Emeke, marking her entry into the industry with a focus on diverse storytelling. In 2017, she appeared as Angel Hurley in an episode of the BBC soap opera Doctors, showcasing her early television presence.

The following year, she voiced Abby in World of Warcraft: Battle for Azeroth and played Shabs in the short film Night Out, further demonstrating her versatility. Her theatre work included a standout performance in David Harrower’s adaptation of The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie at the Donmar Warehouse in 2018, earning praise alongside co-stars such as Lia Williams.

Her breakthrough came in 2019 when she joined 13 Reasons Why as Ani Achola, a British transfer student at Liberty High with a mysterious past, taking over as the series’ narrator for Season 3. Despite her compelling performance, the character faced fan backlash, prompting Saif to temporarily delete her social media accounts in 2019 due to online bullying.

Supported by co-stars like Timothy Granaderos and Alisha Boe, she returned to Instagram in 2020 and continued her role in Season 4. She also performed in The Sonnet Project at Jermyn Street Theatre in 2020, delivering Shakespeare’s Sonnet 62 alongside luminaries like Olivia Colman.

Grace Saif continues to expand her career with roles in The Visit (2020), Halfway (2024), and Alan Wake II (2023) as a voice actress. Her recent stage work includes Sea Creatures (2023) at Hampstead Theatre and Ballet Shoes (2024) at the National Theatre, with an upcoming role as Toni in Amazon’s Anansi Boys.

Her commitment to theatre, combined with her advocacy for mental health in response to her own experiences with online harassment, underscores her resilience. Saif’s mezzo-soprano singing, guitar skills, and proficiency in accents such as Manchester and Irish accent enhance her dynamic presence in the industry.

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @gracesaif
• Facebook Handle: Unknown
• Twitter Handle: @gracesaif (private)

Personal Life

Grace Saif, currently single, has remained notably private about her romantic life, choosing not to share any public details regarding past relationships or potential partners.

Despite growing public interest following her rise to fame, she has consistently kept her personal life out of the media spotlight, focusing instead on her career and personal development.

There have been no known links or rumors connecting her to anyone romantically, and she appears to value privacy and discretion when it comes to matters of the heart.

Filmography

•    Wilton (2016, short film)
•    Doctors (2017, TV series, as Angel Hurley)
•    Night Out (2018, short film)
•    13 Reasons Why (2019–2020, Seasons 3–4)
•    The Visit (2020, short film)
•    Halfway (2024)

Net Worth

Grace Saif’s estimated net worth ranges from $1 million to USD 1.5 million. Her income is primarily derived from her acting roles in 13 Reasons Why, where she earned approximately $100,000 per year, as well as her work in short films, theatre productions, and voice acting for World of Warcraft and Alan Wake II.