Laura Vandervoort
Birth Name:
Laura Dianne Vandervoort
Birth Place:
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Profession
Actress, Producer, Soundtrack, Writer
Fast Facts
- Has served as Ambassador for World Vision Canada
- Has supported multiple campaigns for the animal rights organization PETA
- Studied at York University
- Got her start in acting by working in commercials
- Quote: "I grew up very dedicated to whatever I'm doing․ I started doing martial arts and I really feel that taught me to focus, meditate and put everything into it․ And when I started acting as a child, that's how I went after my acting career․"
- Is a certified scuba diver
- Is a second degree black belt in karate
Awards
- 2001Young Artist Award - Best Performance in a TV Movie (Comedy) - Leading Young Actress:Nominated
- 2016Golden Maple Awards - Best Actress in a TV Series Broadcasted in the US:Nominated
- 2023SIMIFF Award - Best Actress:Winner