Prime Video‘s new coming-of-age drama has arrived! “Classified” is set to dominate the charts in the United States throughout August and beyond.
The series, consisting of eight episodes, follows 15-year-old Ella Gardner, who becomes entangled in a political protest that leads to serious jail time. She avoids incarceration thanks to her stepmother, Dianne, who has influential connections. However, help comes at a price.
The latter arranges for Ella to leave her California neighborhood and complete the remainder of her secondary education in Johannesburg, South Africa. With the show’s growing popularity, everyone is curious about the young actress portraying the protagonist. So, let us introduce you to Imani Pullum!
Imani Pullum’s age, date of birth and career beginnings
Imani Pullum recently celebrated her 21st birthday on August 7, as announced by her mother on Instagram. Born in 2003, Pullum’s journey into acting began at a young age.
Imani Pullum. (Source: IMDb)
She started acting around three or four years old, thanks to a recommendation from a neighbor who was an actress. This led to her first work in commercials. After taking a break to focus on dancing, Pullum returned to acting at age 13, landing her first significant role as Nala in Disney’s Broadway touring production of “The Lion King” in 2016.
Since then, Pullum has appeared in both film and television, amassing nine credits including family titles like “Yo Gabba Gabba!” and the 2022 psychological thriller “Emancipation,” where she portrayed Betsy, the daughter of Will Smith‘s character.
Imani Pullum’s parents
While Imani Pullum has not talked much about her father, she often speaks highly of her mother, a therapist who has been instrumental in helping her navigate the pressures of pursuing a career in the entertainment industry.
Her mother, known as @kilahbe on Instagram, frequently celebrates Imani’s achievements, including the recent release of “Classified” on Prime Video. She often shares photos of family gatherings, highlighting the close bond between mother and daughter.
