| China Anne McClain Quick Info | |
|---|---|
| Height | 5 ft 3½ in |
| Weight | 53 kg |
| Date of Birth | August 25, 1998 |
| Zodiac Sign | Virgo |
| Eye Color | Dark Brown |
China Anne McClain is an American actor, voice actor, singer, dancer, songwriter, and producer. She is known for playing Chyna Parks in the Disney Channel teen sitcom A.N.T. Farm, Darcy in the action-thriller film Blood Brother, Freddie Facilier (voice) in the computer-animated short-form series Descendants: Wicked World, Jennifer Pierce/Lightning in The CW superhero drama series Black Lightning, Alexis in the Christian drama film The Gospel, Jazmine Payne in the sitcom Tyler Perry‘s House of Payne, Kiara Tyshana in the Disney Channel Original Series Jonas, China James in the romantic comedy-drama film Daddy’s Little Girls, Ghufaira (voice) in the 3D computer-animated action-adventure film Bilal: A New Breed of Hero, Uma in the Disney Channel films Descendants 2 and Descendants 3, and Charlotte McKenzie in the comedy film Grown Ups and its sequel Grown Ups 2. Moreover, as a singer and musician, China is known as a member of the sisterly group named Thriii (pronounced “three”), alongside her sisters China Anne McClain and Sierra McClain. They performed their first headlining concert at the House of Blues in Anaheim, California in 2014 and toured the United States, performing at numerous state fairs
Born Name
China Anne McClain
Nick Name
Nina Boochie
Sun Sign
Virgo
Born Place
Decatur, Georgia, United States
Residence
Los Angeles, California, United States
Nationality
Occupation
Singer, Songwriter, Actor, Voice Actor, Producer, Dancer
Family
- Father – Michael McClain (Music producer who produced a track on Solange Knowles’ debut album Solo Star (2002))
- Mother – Shontell (Songwriter, Former Screenwriter)
- Siblings – Sierra Aylina McClain (Older Sister) (Singer, Actor), Lauryn Alisa McClain (Older Sister) (Singer, Actor), Gabriel McClain (Younger Brother)
- Others – Essie Lee Wright (Maternal Grandmother)
Manager
She has been signed to –
- Brand Model and Talent
- Category 5 Entertainment, Inc., Company, Santa Monica, California, United States
Genre
R&B, pop, dance
Instruments
Vocals, guitar, bass, piano
Labels
Walt Disney Records
Net Worth
According to CelebrityNetWorth.com, her net worth had been $2 Million.
Build
Slim
Height
5 ft 3½ in or 161 cm
Weight
53 kg or 117 pounds
Boyfriend / Spouse
China has dated –
- Jake Short (2012-2013) – Disney’s sitcom A.N.T. Farm‘s co-stars Jake Short and China dated for a couple of months from 2012 to 2013.
Race / Ethnicity
Black
China Anne McClain is of African-American descent.
Hair Color
Black
Eye Color
Dark Brown
Sexual Orientation
Straight
Distinctive Features
- Broad nose
- Lips
Measurements
32-23-33 in or 81-58.5-84 cm
Dress Size
4 (US) or 36 (EU)
Brand Endorsements
She has appeared in several commercials such as Target (Hanes), HEB, etc.
Religion
Christianity
Best Known For
Playing Jazmine Payne in the sitcom Tyler Perry’s House of Payne from 2007 to 2012, and as Chyna Parks in the Disney Channel’s teen sitcom A.N.T. Farm from 2011 to 2014.
As a Singer
China, as a singer, has contributed to the soundtrack of Disney Channel’s teen sitcom A.N.T. Farm in 2011. She contributed vocals to the songs “Dynamite,” and “Calling All the Monsters.”
With Kelli Berglund, she sang “Something Real” in 2014.
In 2004, she formed a band with her two sisters, which is called McClain (or 3McClainGirls, McClain Sisters). It was signed to Hollywood Records from 2011 to 2013.
First Film
China debuted with the 2005 film The Gospel for her role as Alexis. It was directed and written by Rob Hardy.
First TV Show
From 2007 to 2012, she appeared in TBS and Syndication sitcom Tyler Perry’s House of Payne for her role as Jazmine Payne. From seasons 1 to 6, she had the main role.
China Anne McClain Favorite Things
- Color – Purple
- Singer – Beyoncé
- Clothing Brand – GUESS, Urban Outfitters
She also reveals about her favorite shoe brand, and TV show, check out this video on YouTube.
China Anne McClain Facts
- China’s hobbies include drawing greeting cards, dancing, photography, singing, and going to church with her family members.
- She is an expert-level hula hoop dancer and can also rollerblade.
- A music executive discovered her in 2005 when he heard her singing. She was then auditioned for the role of Alexis in The Gospel (2005).
- Her biggest musical influences include her mom, dad, Michael Jackson, Beyoncé, and Hattie McDaniel.
- She knows a little bit of Spanish as well. China has spoken the language in a commercial.
- If she weren’t an actor, she definitely would have been a teacher as she loves kids.
- She has a pet dog, named, Cujo.
- She loves Chris Hemsworth.
- She was 13 when she got her ears pierced.
- For her performance in A.N.T. Farm, she won the NAMIC Vision Award for “Best Performance – Actress of Comedy” and the NAACP Image Award for “Outstanding Performance by a Youth” in 2014.
- Her mom was actually disappointed when China was born. China already has two older sisters and her mom was expecting a boy, the third time. China’s mom was watching some news about Chinese and their baby girls and as a tribute to them, she named her “China.”
- She likes Tomato juice and drinks it occasionally.
- Her dad has produced one of Beyonce’s younger sister Solange Knowles‘ music videos.
