Mika Boorem Biography: Age, Net Worth, Movies & TV Shows, Height, Boyfriend, Parents, Director

Mika Boorem is an American actress, director, writer, and producer, celebrated for her extensive work as a child actress in films like The Patriot, Blue Crush, and Hearts in Atlantis.

Transitioning to directing, she made her feature directorial debut with Hollywood.Con (2021), showcasing her multifaceted talent.

Profile

• Full Name: Mika Sue Boorem
• Stage Name: Mika Boorem
• Born: August 18, 1987
• Age: 37 years old
• Birthplace: Tucson, Arizona, USA
• Nationality: American
• Occupation: Actress, Director, Writer, Producer
• Height: 5 feet 5 inches (1.67 m)
• Parents: Holly Sue Thomas, Benjamin Melvin Boorem
• Siblings: Benjamin Boorem Jr.
• Spouse: None
• Children: None
• Relationship: Single
• Net Worth: $500,000 to $12 million USD

Early Life and Education

Mika Boorem was born on August 18, 1987, at Carondelet St. Joseph’s Hospital in Tucson, Arizona, to Holly Sue Thomas, a professional dancer, and Benjamin Melvin Boorem, a gemologist.

She attended Le Lycée Français de Los Angeles, a French-English bilingual school, graduating in 2004. She also pursued a university degree in filmmaking, which fueled her interest in directing.

Her early exposure to the arts and her curious, research-driven nature shaped her passion for storytelling.

Career

Mika Boorem began acting at age seven, appearing as herself in Disney’s Sing-Along Songs: Beach Party at Walt Disney World (1995).

Her first major role was in The Education of Little Tree (1997), earning a Young Artist Award nomination for her performance as a friend of the Cherokee protagonist. She went on to star in Jack Frost (1998) with Michael Keaton, Mighty Joe Young (1998) with Charlize Theron, The Patriot (2000) as Margaret Martin, and Along Came a Spider (2001) as Megan Rose.

Her lead role in Hearts in Atlantis (2001) opposite Anton Yelchin and Anthony Hopkins garnered critical acclaim.

In the early 2000s, she starred in teen films like Blue Crush (2002) as Penny Chadwick, Sleepover (2004), and Dirty Dancing: Havana Nights (2004). She played a drug-addicted teen in Augusta, Gone (2006) and appeared in The Initiation of Sarah (2006).

Her television credits include recurring roles on Dawson’s Creek (2002–2003) as Harley Hetson, and guest spots on Touched by an Angel (1996), Ally McBeal (1997), House M.D. (2007), and Ghost Whisperer (2008).

Transitioning to directing, she helmed the short film Love Thy Neighbor (2015), winning a Best Director award, and directed music videos for artists like David Cook and Travis Tidwell.

Her feature directorial debut, Hollywood.Con (2021), an action-adventure comedy she co-wrote, produced, and starred in, featured Tom Arnold and Paige Howard. She also directed the documentary series Gem Hunter and has over 40 major film and TV credits.

Awards and Nominations

• 1997: Young Artist Award – Best Performance in a Feature Film (Actress Ten or Under) (The Education of Little Tree) – Nominated
• 1997: Young Artist Award – Best Performance in a TV Comedy Series, Guest Starring Young Actress (The Drew Carey Show) – Nominated
• 1999: YoungStar Award – Best Performance by a Young Actress in a Drama Film (Jack Frost) – Nominated
• 2000: Young Artist Award – Best Ensemble in a Feature Film (The Patriot) – Nominated
• 2001: Young Artist Award – Best Performance in a Feature Film, Supporting Young Actress (Hearts in Atlantis) – Won
• 2003: Teen Choice Award – Choice TV Sidekick (Dawson’s Creek) – Nominated
• 2004: Young Artist Award – Best Performance in a Feature Film, Young Ensemble Cast (Sleepover) – Nominated
• 2015: Hang Onto Your Shorts Film Festival – Best Director (Love Thy Neighbor) – Won
• 2021: Global Shorts Award – Los Angeles (Self, E) – Won

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @mikaboorem
• Facebook Handle: Mika Boorem
• Twitter Handle: @MikaBoorem

Personal Life

Mika Boorem, 37, is single and has no children. She was previously in relationships with actor Anton Yelchin (2000–2001), her co-star in Hearts in Atlantis, and filmmaker York Alec Shackleton, though both relationships ended amicably with reasons undisclosed.

She resides in Los Angeles, maintaining a private personal life focused on her career.

Mika is a co-founder of MadaKilonga, a social organization, and holds a youth ambassadorship for Operation Smile, supporting children’s welfare and education.

She enjoys spending time with family and friends, researching niche topics, and exploring her passion for storytelling.

Filmography

• Disney Sing-Along Songs: Beach Party at Walt Disney World (1995) – Herself
• Touched by an Angel (1996) – Guest Role (TV Series)
• The Education of Little Tree (1997) – Little Girl
• A Walton Easter (1997) – Supporting Role (TV Movie)
• Ally McBeal (1997) – Young Ally (TV Series, Pilot)
• Jack Frost (1998) – Natalie
• Mighty Joe Young (1998) – Young Jill Young
• The Patriot (2000) – Margaret Martin
• Things You Can Tell Just by Looking at Her (2000) – June
• Along Came a Spider (2001) – Megan Rose
• Hearts in Atlantis (2001) – Carol Gerber
• Blue Crush (2002) – Penny Chadwick
• Dawson’s Creek (2002–2003) – Harley Hetson (TV Series, Recurring)
• Carolina (2003) – Maine Mirabeau
• Sleepover (2004) – Hannah
• Dirty Dancing: Havana Nights (2004) – Susie Miller
• Smile (2005) – Katie
• Augusta, Gone (2006) – Augusta (TV Movie)
• The Initiation of Sarah (2006) – Sarah Goodwin (TV Movie)
• House M.D. (2007) – Hannah Morgenthal (TV Series, Episode: “Act Your Age”)
• Ghost Whisperer (2008) – Olivia Keller (TV Series)
• The 2 Bobs (2009) – Supporting Role
• The Ward (2010) – Alice
• Virgin Alexander (2011) – Brooke
• Good Day for It (2011) – Emily
• Dark Desire (2012) – Erin
• 1 Out of 7 (2012) – Supporting Role
• Minutes Past Midnight (2016) – Director (Segment)
• Love Thy Neighbor (2015) – Director, Writer (Short Film)
• Hollywood.Con (2021) – Supporting Role, Director, Co-Writer, Producer
• Trap (2024) – Cooper’s Sister

Net Worth

Mika Boorem‘s net worth is estimated to range from $500,000 to $12 million USD. Additional income from endorsements and residuals from films like The Patriot ($215 million gross) and Blue Crush.

Her annual income is estimated at over $1 million, with monthly earnings exceeding $90,000, driven by acting, directing, and brand deals.