Danielle Xin Yao Waterman
- Actress
Danielle Xin Yao Waterman is a rising child actress born in Hong Kong, known for her role as a Jedi youngling in the "Star Wars" series "The Acolyte," 2024 set during the High Republic era. Her appearance in the series' teaser trailer garnered significant attention, contributing to over 51.3 million views within the first 24 hours of release .
Danielle made her first public appearance at the London Film and Comic Con 2024, where she participated in autograph sessions and photo shoots . Additionally, she recently gave her first interview discussing her experience on "The Acolyte," which was featured on the Fantha Tracks website
Danielle Xin Yao Waterman has appeared in notable roles in both "Call the Midwife" 2024 and "The King and I." 2023
In "Call the Midwife," Danielle portrayed the character of May Turner in a particularly dramatic episode where she doubled for the existing actress, she had to film a challenging scene involving a drowning incident. Filmed during Storm Agnes in freezing conditions, the scene required her to be submerged in sea water with waves whipped up by 60 mph winds. Despite the harsh conditions, Danielle's performance was praised by the BBC bosses for its professionalism and emotional impact as well as her determination to get the shot done to the highest quality.
As for "The King and I," details about Danielle's specific role are less prominent. Given her young age and emerging career, she played one of the children in the royal court, the musical features several child roles that interact closely with the lead characters. Her experience in this iconic production has contributed to her growing reputation as a talented young actress.
Overall, Danielle Xin Yao Waterman's performances in these productions highlight her versatility and dedication as a young actress, capable of handling both emotional and physically demanding roles.
Danielle is also one of the child actors in the Film 4 /British Film Foundation short 'Flock' 2024 where she plays a deceitful child, again highlighting her versatility and ability to play a wide range of roles and emotions. She has also appeared in several Ads for well known international brands including Dyson (2024) and Samsung (2022)
Danielle made her first public appearance at the London Film and Comic Con 2024, where she participated in autograph sessions and photo shoots . Additionally, she recently gave her first interview discussing her experience on "The Acolyte," which was featured on the Fantha Tracks website
Danielle Xin Yao Waterman has appeared in notable roles in both "Call the Midwife" 2024 and "The King and I." 2023
In "Call the Midwife," Danielle portrayed the character of May Turner in a particularly dramatic episode where she doubled for the existing actress, she had to film a challenging scene involving a drowning incident. Filmed during Storm Agnes in freezing conditions, the scene required her to be submerged in sea water with waves whipped up by 60 mph winds. Despite the harsh conditions, Danielle's performance was praised by the BBC bosses for its professionalism and emotional impact as well as her determination to get the shot done to the highest quality.
As for "The King and I," details about Danielle's specific role are less prominent. Given her young age and emerging career, she played one of the children in the royal court, the musical features several child roles that interact closely with the lead characters. Her experience in this iconic production has contributed to her growing reputation as a talented young actress.
Overall, Danielle Xin Yao Waterman's performances in these productions highlight her versatility and dedication as a young actress, capable of handling both emotional and physically demanding roles.
Danielle is also one of the child actors in the Film 4 /British Film Foundation short 'Flock' 2024 where she plays a deceitful child, again highlighting her versatility and ability to play a wide range of roles and emotions. She has also appeared in several Ads for well known international brands including Dyson (2024) and Samsung (2022)
