Dena Kaplan Biography: Age, Net Worth, Dance Academy, Height, Parents, Boyfriend, Songs, Baby

Dena Amy Kaplan is a multi-talented artist originally from South Africa who has established a diverse career as a DJ, singer, producer, dancer, and actress.

Her popularity grew through her debut singles, festival and club performances, and collaborations, such as her feature on RÜFÜS DU SOL’s track Hypnotised.

Over the years she has shifted between acting, dance and producing music, and more recently has been gaining recognition for her DJ sets and original productions.

Profile

• Full name: Dena Amy Kaplan
• Date of birth: 20 January 1989
• Age: 36 years old
• Gender: Female
• Place of birth: Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
• Nationality: South African-Australian
• Profession: DJ, Singer, Producer, Dancer, Actress
• Height: 5 ft 4 in (1.63 m)
• Weight: 54 kg (119 lbs)
• Eye color: Hazel
• Hair color: Brown
• Parents: Father (musician), Mother (former ballet dancer)
• Siblings: Gemma-Ashley Kaplan (sister), Ariel Kaplan (sister)
• Spouse: N/A
• Children: Maya Kaplan (born June 2023)
• Relationship status: Single
• Religion: Jewish
• Net worth: $1.5 million

Early Life and Education

Dena Amy Kaplan is now 36 years old, born on 20 January 1989 in Johannesburg, South Africa.

She moved with her family to Australia in 1996 when she was about seven years old.

Her parents come from artistic backgrounds—her mother and grandmother were ballet dancers, while her father was a musician.

She has two sisters, Gemma-Ashley and Ariel Kaplan, who are also active in the performing arts.

For her dance training, Dena attended institutions that included Scopus Memorial College, Australian Ballet School, Jane Moore Ballet Academy, and City Dance Centre, building a strong foundation that later influenced her performing career.

Personal Life

Dena Amy gave birth to a daughter in June 2023, named Maya Kaplan.

As of 2025, she has not publicly confirmed being in a relationship or marriage.

She prefers to keep her private life low-profile, though she occasionally shares moments with her daughter on social media.

Career

Dena Amy’s early career involved acting, dancing, and singing.

One of her prominent acting roles was Abigail Armstrong in the TV series Dance Academy.

She appeared in several Australian and international productions, later transitioning to music where she became known under the stage name “Dena Amy.”

In music, she made her debut as a DJ and producer with the single Wait For You (2016) via the label Sweat It Out!

Her work spans deep house and electronic music with soulful elements, earning her festival slots at Coachella, EDC Las Vegas, CRSSD, and Splendour in the Grass.

Her collaborations include Your Eyes (with London Topaz), Weaker (with Kyle Watson), Jol (2018), and the acclaimed Hypnotised with RÜFÜS DU SOL.

Her DJ sets are known for blending melodic and percussive sounds that reflect her dance roots.

Net Worth

Dena Amy Kaplan’s net worth is estimated to be around $1.5 million.

Her income sources include: DJ performances at international music festivals and clubs, music production royalties and collaborations, acting roles in film and television.

Social Media

• Instagram: @denaamy
• X (formerly Twitter): @DenaAmyKaplan

Discography

• Wait For You (2016)
• Your Eyes (ft. London Topaz) (2017)
• Diamonds Elle Skies (ft. Kyle Watson) (2017)
• Jol (2018)

Filmography

• Scooter: Secret Agent (2005)
• City Homicide (2007)
• In Her Skin (2009)
• Flight of the Conchords (2009)
• City Homicide (2010)
• Dance Academy (2010–2013)
• Tricky Business (2012)
• Mrs Biggs (2012)
• Camp (2013)
• The Doctor Blake Mysteries (2014)
• Della Mortika (2015)
• Honey 3: Dare to Dance (2016)
• Dance Academy: The Movie (2017)
• Long Story Short (2021)