Basic Information
Name: Katerina Alexandre Hartford Graham
Date of Birth: September 5, 1989
Nationality: American (born in Geneva, Switzerland)
Profession: Actress, singer, dancer, and activist
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Biography
Kat Graham is a multi-talented performer known for her powerful screen presence, soulful music, and bold voice for social justice. Born in Geneva, Switzerland, and raised in Los Angeles, Kat바카라™s multicultural background바카라”her father is of Americo-Liberian descent and her mother is Jewish with roots in Poland and Russia바카라”shaped her into the global citizen and artist she is today.
Kat began her career in the entertainment world at the age of six, appearing in commercials before moving into dance and music videos, working with artists like Missy Elliott and Pharrell. But it was her breakout role as Bonnie Bennett on The CW바카라™s hit supernatural drama The Vampire Diaries that catapulted her into stardom.
Alongside acting, Kat pursued a music career with the same passion. Her style바카라”blending pop, R&B, and funk바카라”reflects her diverse influences and deep emotional range. Off-screen, she바카라™s an advocate for human rights, refugee support, and environmental justice, proving that her artistry goes beyond performance바카라”it's rooted in purpose.
Career Timeline
1990s바카라“2000s
Starts working in commercials at age 6
Background dancer in music videos for Bow Wow, Missy Elliott, and others
Appears in films like The Parent Trap (1998) and Johnson Family Vacation (2004)
2009
Lands role as Bonnie Bennett in The Vampire Diaries
Role lasts for 8 seasons, becoming one of the show's most beloved characters
2012
Releases debut EP Against the Wall
Single 바카라śPut Your Graffiti on Me바카라ť gains popularity
2015바카라“2022
Appears in films like All Eyez on Me (as Jada Pinkett Smith)
Stars in Operation Christmas Drop (Netflix, 2020)
Releases albums Roxbury Drive (2015), Love Music Funk Magic (2017), and Toro Gato (2022)
Begins using music and film as tools for activism and storytelling
Achievements
Awards & Recognition
Teen Choice Award nominations for her work on The Vampire Diaries
Black Women in Hollywood Honoree
Humanitarian Award by the International Organization for Migration (IOM)
Philanthropic Work
Appointed Goodwill Ambassador for the UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR)
Works extensively with refugee programs, speaking out for displaced populations
Collaborates with GLAAD and other advocacy groups promoting LGBTQ+ rights
Co-founder of the Toro Gato brand바카라”a blend of art, fashion, and activism
Key Quotes / Catchphrases
바카라śIf you want to change the world, don바카라™t wait for someone to give you permission.바카라ť
바카라śMy purpose is to create, connect, and be a voice for the voiceless.바카라ť
바카라śIt바카라™s not about the fame바카라”it바카라™s about what you do with it.바카라ť
