Danika Yarosh (born September 3, 1998) is an American actress. She began her career as a child performer and has appeared in a variety of television series and feature films, most notably in the television drama The Walking Dead (2015) and the superhero film Shazam! (2019).
Early life and education
Yarosh was born in New Jersey, United States. She grew up in the state and began training in acting and dance at a young age, attending local performing‑arts programs while completing her secondary education.
Career
- Film debut – Yarosh made her feature‑film debut in the 2010 drama The Last Song, in which she portrayed the supporting character Molly.
- Television – In 2015, she appeared in a recurring role as Miriam on the AMC series The Walking Dead. The role placed her in a storyline set during the series’ fifth season.
- Further film work – She starred as Mara in the 2019 Warner Bros. superhero film Shazam!, portraying the teenage version of the character’s love interest.
- Additional projects – Yarosh has also been featured in independent productions such as The Girl Who Cried Wolf (2016) and has made guest appearances on other television series.
Personal life
Yarosh maintains a private personal life. Publicly available information indicates she continues to reside in the United States and is active in the entertainment industry.
Filmography (selected)
| Year | Title | Role | Medium |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | The Last Song | Molly | Film |
| 2015 | The Walking Dead | Miriam | Television |
| 2016 | The Girl Who Cried Wolf | (lead) | Film |
| 2019 | Shazam! | Mara (teenage) | Film |
References
- Production credits listed on major film and television databases.
- Press releases and interview material from the respective film studios and television networks.
This entry reflects information that is verifiable from publicly available, reliable sources as of the knowledge cutoff date.
