Rukiya Bernard

Birth Name:

Rukiya Bernard

Birth Place:

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Profession

Actress

Was nominated for a Leo Award for her role in "Van Helsing․"
Graduated from Ryerson University with a degree in theater arts
Made her screen acting debut in the film "Our America" in 2002
Quote: "[on acting] "I think I love it so much because I feel like with every character that I play I understand human nature more and more․ I get to play out different life scenarios real and surreal and understand myself a little more․""
Best known as an actress who has appeared in "The Cabin in the Woods," "The Day the Earth Stood Still" and "Stuck․"

2017Leo - Best Lead Performance by a Female in a Dramatic Series:Nominated
2017UBCP Award - Best Actress:Nominated
2019Leo - Best Supporting Performance by a Female in a Dramatic Series:Winner
2023Leo - Best Supporting Performance by a Female in a Television Movie:Nominated
2025Leo - Best Performance or Host(s) in a Music, Comedy, or Variety Program or Series:Nominated

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