Nathalie Kelley is an Australian-Peruvian actress best known for her performances in the film The Fast and the Furious: Tokyo Drift and the ABC television series Baker and the Beauty. Her work in film and television has earned her recognition for portraying strong and dynamic characters, as well as for her advocacy for cultural representation in media.
Born on October 5, 1985, in Lima, Peru, Nathalie Kelley is of mixed heritage. Her mother is Peruvian, while her father is of Argentine descent. Facing economic hardship, her family relocated to Sydney, Australia, when she was two years old in search of better living conditions and opportunities. Settling in Australia played a pivotal role in shaping her upbringing and identity.
Kelley grew up multilingual and multicultural. She is fluent in English and Portuguese—the latter of which she learned during her summer visits to Brazil, where she spent significant time, including a period living in São Paulo. This exposure to multiple cultures has significantly influenced both her personal life and her career choices.
Nathalie Kelley showed academic promise from an early age. She began her education in Sydney and later attended the prestigious North Sydney Girls High School, an institution known for its notable alumni, including actress Nicole Kidman. One of her classmates was actress Thea Gumbert. After graduating high school, she enrolled at the University of New South Wales, where she earned a degree in Political Science.
Though Kelley pursued academics, her passion for acting dates back to her childhood. Despite not receiving formal training in the performing arts, her natural talent and determination led her to pursue a professional acting career—a decision that would eventually result in international recognition and a respectable net worth.
In 2018, Nathalie Kelley married Jordy Burrows. Though her personal life remains largely private, her marriage garnered public attention at the time of their union. She is also known for actively using her platform to support cultural and social causes that align with her values.
Kelley began her on-screen career with appearances in television shows such as Lone Star and CSI: Crime Scene Investigation. However, her breakthrough came in 2006 with her role as Neela in The Fast and the Furious: Tokyo Drift, the third installment in the Fast and Furious franchise. This role brought her widespread recognition and opened doors for further opportunities in both television and film.
She has also worked in music videos, notably appearing in Bruno Mars’ video for "Just the Way You Are." Her acting endeavors have contributed to an estimated net worth of $2 million.
| Birth Date: | 3 Mar, 1985 |
| Age: | 35 yrs |
| Occupations: | Actor Film actor |
| Citizenship: | Australia Peru |
| Birth Place: | Lima |
| Education: | University of New South Wales |
| Gender: | Female |
| Description: | Australian actress |
| Spouse: | Zach Roerig |
| Net Worth 2021: | 500 thousand |
