Early Life
Mika Abdalla is an American actress best known for her performances in television series and streaming films. She was born as Mikayla Sofia Abdalla on May 13, 2000, in Plano, Texas, United States.
She comes from a multicultural background with Bulgarian, Lebanese, Greek, Italian, and German ancestry. Mika developed an interest in acting at a very young age and began appearing in television projects as a child actress.
She later attended the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), where she earned a degree in Philosophy with a minor in Film.
Acting Career
Mika Abdalla started her acting career in 2008 with an appearance in the children’s television series Barney & Friends. She later appeared in projects such as Fun to Grow On and An American Girl: Saige Paints the Sky.
Her breakthrough came in 2015 when she played McKeyla McAlister in Netflix’s popular STEM-focused series Project Mc². The show became widely successful among young audiences and helped Mika gain international recognition.
She later expanded her acting portfolio with mature and dramatic roles, including:
- Sex Appeal (2022)
- Snack Shack (2024)
- The Pitt (2025)
- Suits LA (2025)
Rise to Fame with Off Campus
In 2026, Mika Abdalla received major attention after being cast as Allie Hayes in Prime Video’s romantic drama series Off Campus, based on the bestselling novels by Elle Kennedy. Her role introduced her to a larger global audience and strengthened her position as one of Hollywood’s rising young actresses.
Personal Life
Mika Abdalla keeps most of her personal life private and mainly focuses on her acting career and education. She is also known for supporting women in STEM-related storytelling through projects like Project Mc².
Quick Facts
- Full Name: Mikayla Sofia Abdalla
- Nickname: Mika
- Date of Birth: May 13, 2000
- Birthplace: Plano, Texas, USA
- Nationality: American
- Profession: Actress
- Education: UCLA (Philosophy & Film)
- Famous For: Project Mc², Sex Appeal, Off Campus
- Years Active: 2008–Present
