Grace Lynn Kung Biography: Age, Movies & TV Shows, Net Worth, Height, Parents

Grace Lynn Kung is a Canadian actress, producer, and director best known for her role as Jojo Kwan in InSecurity (2011–2012), which earned her a Canadian Screen Award nomination.

Her work spans film, television, and theater, including appearances in Miss Sloane, Star Trek: Discovery, and Fahrenheit 451. She is also recognized for her advocacy and contributions behind the camera.

Profile

• Full Name: Grace Lynn Kung
• Stage Name: Grace Lynn Kung
• Born: 25, March 1987
• Age: 38 years old
• Birthplace: Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
• Nationality: Canadian
• Occupation: Actress, Producer, Director
• Height: 1.68m
• Parents: Mr. Kung, Mrs. Kung
• Siblings: Unknown
• Spouse: None
• Children: None
• Relationship: Not married
• Net Worth: $1 million

Early Life and Education

Grace Lynn Kung was born on March 25, 1987, in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, to parents referred to as Mr. Kung and Mrs. Kung, as their names are not publicly disclosed. Information about siblings is unavailable.

Initially studying piano, she shifted to acting at the Ottawa School of Speech and Drama, where she won the Chancellor’s Trophy. Kung pursued theater studies at York University, earning two Awards for Acting, and later trained at Trinity College London, where she received two Certificates of Distinction in Speech and Drama.

She was accepted for a Master’s at the Central School of Speech and Drama in London and studied naturopathic medicine in the UK. Her ethnicity is Chinese-Canadian, and her religious beliefs are not publicly disclosed.

Career

Grace Lynn Kung began her career in 2001 with a role in the film Lost and Delirious, followed by appearances in Canadian television, including Slings and Arrows (2003–2006). Her early work included a recurring role on Being Erica (2009–2011), but her breakout came with InSecurity (2011–2012), where she played the sharp-witted Jojo Kwan, earning a Canadian Screen Award nomination.

Frustrated by typecasting due to her Asian heritage, she moved to London to study alternative medicine before returning to acting, determined to seek more diverse roles.

Kung’s career expanded with significant roles in high-profile projects. She portrayed Lauren, a lobbyist, in Miss Sloane (2016) alongside Jessica Chastain, and Congresswoman Yoshida in Designated Survivor (2016–2019). Her science fiction credits include The Expanse (2017) as Doris Bourne and Star Trek: Discovery (2017–present) as Bessy.

She also played Annie Chun in Mary Kills People (2017–2019) and appeared in Fahrenheit 451 (2018). Her stage work is equally notable, with performances as Janet in Kim’s Convenience and Iris Chang in A Nanking Winter at Nightwood Theatre, showcasing her commitment to meaningful roles. Her directorial debut, the short film A False Sense of Security, won a Special Jury Mention at AFFD in Dallas, Texas.

Kung’s recent work reflects her versatility and dedication to diverse storytelling. She has taken on series regular roles in Sort Of (2021–2023) and Wong & Winchester (2023), as well as guest spots in NCIS: Los Angeles (2022) and Clarice (2021).

Her performance in Invitation to a Murder (2023) and her voice work in video games like Far Cry 4 highlight her range. Kung continues to advocate for authentic representation, using her platform to address typecasting and promote inclusive narratives in the industry.

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @gracelynnkung
• Twitter Handle: @GraceLynnKung

Personal Life

Grace Lynn Kung is currently single and does not have any publicly documented romantic relationships or children, choosing to keep her personal life away from the public eye. She values her privacy and prefers to maintain a low profile regarding her private affairs.

Balancing her time between North America and the United Kingdom, she appears to prioritize her career and personal growth over publicizing her romantic or familial status.

Filmography

• Lost and Delirious (2001)
• Cube 2: Hypercube (2002)
• Away From Her (2006)
• Miss Sloane (2016)
• Cult of Chucky (2017)
• Fahrenheit 451 (2018)
• Invitation to a Murder (2023)

Net Worth

Grace Lynn Kung has an estimated net worth of $1 million as of 2024. Her primary sources of income include her acting roles in television series like InSecurity, Star Trek: Discovery, and Sort Of, as well as films such as Miss Sloane and Fahrenheit 451.