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Irish Teen Star David McKenna Signs With CAA
7 Jul
Summary
- David McKenna, breakout star of Lord of The Flies, signs with CAA.
- He was nominated for a Gotham Television Award for Best Supporting Actor.
- McKenna will star in Greta Gerwig's Narnia movie premiering February 12, 2027.
Rising Irish actor David McKenna, who gained prominence as Piggy in the recent Lord of The Flies series, has signed with CAA. This move follows his acclaimed acting debut in the adaptation of William Golding's novel, where he was selected from thousands of hopefuls.
McKenna's performance earned him a Gotham Television Award nomination for Best Supporting Actor, making him the youngest nominee for the honor. He is expected to achieve further recognition when Emmy nominations are announced soon.
Looking ahead, the 13-year-old actor will take on a significant role in Greta Gerwig's anticipated Netflix film, Narnia: The Magician's Nephew. He is reportedly set to play Digory Kirke, a role previously portrayed by Jim Broadbent. The film's star-studded cast includes Meryl Streep, Carey Mulligan, and Daniel Craig, with a global release date set for February 12, 2027.
