Karen David Biography: Net Worth, Siblings, Parents, Height, Ethnicity, Age, Songs, Movies, Husband

Karen Shenaz David, professionally known as Karen David, is a Canadian actress and singer-songwriter renowned for her diverse roles across television and film.

She gained prominence portraying Princess Isabella Maria Lucia Elizabetta of Valencia in ABC’s musical-comedy series Galavant (2015–2016) and has been recognized for her performances as Francesca “Cesca” Montoya in BBC One’s Waterloo Road (2010–2011), Layla in The Scorpion King 2: Rise of a Warrior (2008), and Grace Mukherjee in AMC’s Fear the Walking Dead (2019–2023).

Profile

• Full Name: Karen Shenaz David
• Stage Name: Karen David
• Born: 15, April 1979
• Age: 46 years old
• Birthplace: Shillong, Meghalaya, India
• Nationality: Canadian
• Occupation: Actress and Singer-songwriter
• Height: 1.56 m
• Parents: Unknown
• Siblings: Unknown
• Spouse: Carl Ryden (m. 2013)
• Children: None
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: $3 million

Early Life And Education

Karen Shenaz David was born on April 15, 1979, in Shillong, Meghalaya, India, to a family of Chinese, Indian, and Jewish descent. She was raised in Toronto, Canada, where she developed an early interest in the performing arts.

At age 17, David moved to London to study at the Guildford School of Acting. She later returned to Canada to study radio and television arts at Ryerson University in Toronto. David is of mixed ethnicity, including Chinese, Indian, and Jewish heritage; her religious affiliation is not publicly known.

Career

Karen David began her acting career in the early 2000s with notable appearances in films such as Bollywood Queen (2002) and Batman Begins (2005). She gained wider recognition for her role as Layla in The Scorpion King 2: Rise of a Warrior (2008). Alongside her film work, David showcased her musical talents as a member of the original cast of the West End musical Mamma Mia!

In television, David starred as Francesca “Cesca” Montoya in BBC One’s Waterloo Road (2010–2011) and as Alexia in the children’s series Pixelface (2011–2012). Her breakout role came as Princess Isabella in ABC’s musical-comedy series Galavant (2015–2016), which highlighted both her singing and acting abilities.

She further expanded her TV portfolio with roles in Once Upon a Time (2017) and Legacies (2018–2020). From 2019 to 2023, David portrayed Grace Mukherjee in AMC’s Fear the Walking Dead, solidifying her presence on American television.

Her film credits also include The Tiger Hunter (2016), Amar Akbar & Tony (2015), and Jack Ryan: Shadow Recruit (2014). As a singer-songwriter, she has released singles like “It’s Me (You’re Talking To)” and “Hypnotize,” demonstrating her versatility as a performer.

Social Media

• Instagram handle:@karendavidofficial

Personal Life

Karen David has been married to Swedish music producer and songwriter Carl Ryden since 2013, and together, they have chosen to keep much of their personal life out of the public spotlight.

While they have not publicly announced having any children, the couple appears to share a strong, supportive relationship that is occasionally glimpsed through David’s heartfelt posts on social media.

Filmography:

• Bollywood Queen (2002) – Neeta
• Batman Begins (2005) – Courthouse Reporter
• Provoked (2007) – Asha
• The Scorpion King 2: Rise of a Warrior (2008) – Layla
• Couples Retreat (2009) – Resort Staff
• Jack Ryan: Shadow Recruit (2014) – FBI Lead Analyst
• Amar Akbar & Tony (2015) – Meera
• The Tiger Hunter (2016) – Ruby Iqbal
• Land of Gold (2022) – Asha
• When Christmas Was Young (2022) – Melody Douglass

Television:

• Waterloo Road (2010–2011) – Francesca “Cesca” Montoya
• Pixelface (2011–2012) – Alexia
• Galavant (2015–2016) – Princess Isabella
• Once Upon a Time (2017) – Jasmine
• Legacies (2018–2020) – Emma Tig
• Fear the Walking Dead (2019–2023) – Grace Mukherjee
• The Irrational (2023) – Rose Dinshaw

Net Worth

Karen David’s estimated net Worth is approximately $3 million. Her income is primarily derived from her work in television, film, and music. Notable roles in series such as Galavant, Waterloo Road, and Fear the Walking Dead, along with her performances in various movies and her music releases, have contributed to her financial standing.