Alisha Boe

Alisha Boe is a Norwegian-Somali actress known for her role as Jessica Davis in the Netflix series 13 Reasons Why.

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Profession :

TV Actress

Birthday :

March 6, 1997

Star Sign :

Pisces

Age :

28

Birthplace :

Oslo, Norway

Alisha Boe, a Norwegian-American actress, is best known for her portrayal of Jessica Davis in the hit Netflix series “13 Reasons Why”. Born in Oslo, Norway, on March 6, 1997, to a Somali father and a Norwegian mother, Boe moved to Los Angeles with her mother when she was just seven years old. She attended El Camino Real High School, where she participated in the drama program, and later pursued an acting career, becoming the first Somali-descended actress to be a series regular on a major television show.

Boe has appeared in various films and television shows, including “Paranormal Activity 4” (2012) and “Teen Wolf” (2011), as well as featuring in series like “Ray Donovan” and “Casual”. She is also an active advocate for mental health awareness and sexual assault prevention, using her platform to raise awareness and support these crucial issues. Despite facing challenges related to her identity as a Norwegian-Somali actress in a predominantly white high school, Boe has emerged as a prominent figure in the entertainment industry, making a significant impact through her work.