Wallis, a young and talented individual, was born in Houma, Louisiana, to Qulyndreia (Jackson) Wallis, a dedicated teacher, and Venjie Wallis, Sr., a hardworking truck driver. She has a loving sister, Qunyquekya, and two brothers, Vejon and Venjie, Jr.
Wallis's unique name, "Quven", is a combination of the first syllables of her parents' first names, showcasing her parents' creativity and thoughtfulness. This remarkable young actress began her acting career at the tender age of five, auditioning for the starring role in Beasts of the Southern Wild, despite the minimum age requirement being six.
Wallis's determination and talent ultimately paid off as she beat out an astonishing 4,000 other hopefuls to land the role of Hushpuppy, a remarkable child prodigy and survivalist living in the backwoods bayou squalor of Louisiana. At the time of filming, she was just six years old, showcasing her impressive abilities and dedication to her craft.
Wallis made history by becoming the first person born in the 21st century to receive an Academy Award nomination, a testament to her exceptional talent and the recognition she received for her outstanding performance.
In May 2014, Wallis was named the face of Armani Junior, Giorgio Armani's prestigious line for children and teens, making her the first major child celebrity to be the face of a luxury brand.
