Family & Early Life
Kyla-Drew Simmons was born on April 17, 2004, in Atlanta, Georgia. She moved to Los Angeles with her mother, K Simmons, to pursue her acting career, and eventually started acting in 2012.
Her ethnicity is Mixed with Black (African American), and Latin/Hispanic ancestry. She can speak Sign Language and Spanish.
She graduated from the University of Southern California in May 2023 (at age 19) with a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism from USC Annenberg, a Screenwriting Minor from the USC School of Cinematic Arts, and a Sports Business and Management Minor from the USC Marshall School of Business. She graduated Magna Cum Laude. She currently lives in Los Angeles, California.
Profile Summary
- Real Name: Kyla-Drew Simmons
- Last Name: Simmons
- Other Names: Kyla-Drew
- Birthday: April 17, 2004 (Born on a Sunday)
- Age: 22 years old (Gen Z Creators Born in 2004)
- Zodiac Sign: Aries (Creators)
- Birthplace: Atlanta, Georgia
- Nationality: American
- Ethnicity: African American, mixed, and Latin/Hispanic
- Residential Address: Los Angeles, California
- Profession: TV Actress
- Years Active: 2012 to Present
Boyfriend
Kyla-Drew Simmons does not have any children… yet. The baby she featured on her Instagram page back in February 2026 is not hers but is Skai Jackson’s son, Kasai. Kyla-Drew hasn’t shared much about her dating life and so whether or not she has a boyfriend is not known.
Body Measurements
- Body type: Slim build
- Height in feet: 5 feet 5 inches tall
- Height in cm: 165 cm
- Weight in kg: 56 kg
- Weight in pounds: 123 lbs
- Hair color: Dark brown hair color
- Eye color: Brown eye color
- Skin color: Medium to light brown skin complexion
Career Timeline
Kyla-Drew Simmons began her acting career with a trio of uncredited roles between 2012 and 2013. Her first major role came in 2013 as Joy Birch in the Academy Award-nominated film Prisoners. She gained further recognition with a recurring role as Mae Valentine on the Nickelodeon series Nicky, Ricky, Dicky & Dawn.
She has guest-starred on numerous shows including Grey’s Anatomy, NCIS, Castle, Jessie, and How I Met Your Mother. She also appeared in the 2018 film Peppermint. In addition to acting, she is a fan of Fortnite and has created gaming-related content, such as a “Top 10 Fortnite Tips” video. She continues to build her acting career while balancing her education and personal life.
She launched her YouTube channel back on February 14, 2013, through the help of her mother. Her first YouTube video titled “Kyla-Drew”, was then uploaded on July 25, 2013, at which point she was 9 years old.
Net Worth
Kyla-Drew Simmons’ net worth is estimated to be $480k thousand, earned from her acting roles in film and television, guest appearances, and related entertainment opportunities.
- Instagram: @kyladrew, with over 760,000 followers
- TikTok: @kyladrewatla, with over 2.7 million followers and 73.7 million likes
FAQ
How old is Kyla-Drew Simmons? Kyla-Drew is currently 22 years old; she was born on April 17, 2004.
Where is Kyla-Drew Simmons from? She is originally from Atlanta, Georgia, and now lives in Los Angeles, California.
How tall is Kyla-Drew Simmons? She stands 5 feet 5 inches tall with a slim build.
Does Kyla-Drew Simmons have a baby? No, Kyla-Drew does not have a child, the baby she featured on her Instagram page, back in February 2026 is not hers but is Skai Jackson’s son, Kasai.
What is Kyla-Drew Simmons known for? She is best known for her role as Joy Birch in the film Prisoners and her recurring role on Nicky, Ricky, Dicky & Dawn. She has also guest-starred on many popular TV shows.
Does Kyla-Drew Simmons have siblings? No public information is available about siblings. She was raised by her mother and moved to Los Angeles with her to pursue acting.
