Kayla's remarkable journey in the entertainment industry commenced at the tender age of 14, marking the beginning of her illustrious career as a model. Her big break arrived when she was featured in a series of photographs taken by the renowned New York photographer Ilona Szwarc, which showcased the captivating beauty of American Girl Dolls. This photograph, which earned a prestigious third-place award in the World Press Photo Association in the year 2012, went on to embark on a global tour, traveling extensively for an entire year, thereby providing Kayla with the opportunity to showcase her remarkable versatility and impressive talent to a worldwide audience.
As Kayla's modeling career continued to flourish, her fervor for acting began to intensify, and she soon found herself being offered a role in a short film, aptly titled "Unveiling", in which she had the privilege of assuming the lead character. This pivotal moment marked the commencement of her journey into the realm of cinema, a venture that would subsequently lead her to explore the vast expanse of the film industry.
Kayla's most recent and notable appearance was in the Oscar-winning film "CODA", a cinematic masterpiece directed by the highly acclaimed Sian Heder and starring the talented Emilia Jones and the legendary Marlee Matlin.
In this critically acclaimed movie, Kayla played the role of a principal singer, aptly titled "Off Key Girl", showcasing her remarkable acting skills and versatility as a performer.
The film's release in January 2021 at the prestigious Sundance Film Festival was met with widespread acclaim, with "CODA" walking away with an impressive four top awards, solidifying its position as a standout film in the industry.
The film's success didn't stop there, as it also won the highly coveted SAG Award for Best Picture, a testament to the film's exceptional quality and widespread appeal.
