Laila Lockhart Kraner's net worth and the TV roles that made her famous so young

Laila Lockhart Kraner's net worth and the TV roles that made her famous so young

The young American actress gained popularity in 2021 when she was cast as the lead character Gabby in the Netflix series Gabby's Dollhouse. She also appeared in the TV series NOS4A2 (2019). Although the actress has made significant strides in her career at a young age, Laila Lockhart Kraner's net worth remains unknown.

Laila Lockhart Kraner attends a PEOPLE’s screening, and she attends the launch of Gabby's Dollhouse MEOWseum Discovery Day
Laila Lockhart Kraner attends a PEOPLE’s screening (L), and she attends the launch of Gabby's Dollhouse MEOWseum Discovery Day (R). Photo: Jamie McCarthy, Roy Rochlin (modified by author)
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Key takeaways

  • Laila Lockhart Kraner was born on 29 May 2008, and she developed a passion for acting at a tender age.
  • She would entertain her family members by singing, dancing, and acting.
  • The American actress made her professional acting debut in 2017 at 18.
  • Laila is also skilled in ballet, hip-hop, and jazz dance.

Profile summary

Full name

Laila Lockhart Kraner

Gender

Female

Date of birth

29 May 2008

Age

18 years (as of 2026)

Zodiac sign

Gemini

Place of birth

Boca Raton, Florida, United States

Current residence

Los Angeles, California, United States

Nationality

American

Ethnicity

Mixed

Religion

Christianity

Sexuality

Straight

Height

5′ 6″ (168 cm)

Hair colour

Black

Eye colour

Dark brown

Father

Shameek

Mother

Elise

Siblings

2

Relationship status

Single

Profession

Actress

Instagram

@lailalockhartkraner

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Who is Laila Lockhart Kraner?

Laila Lockhart Kraner is a young actress from the United States of America. She is best known for portraying Gabby in the Netflix series Gabby's Dollhouse.

How old is Gabby from Gabby's Dollhouse now in real life?

Laila Lockhart Kraner's age is 18 years as of 2026. The actress was born on 29 May 2008, and her Zodiac sign is Gemini.

Top 5 facts about Laila Lockhart Kraner
Top 5 facts about Laila Lockhart Kraner. Photo: Roy Rochlin (modified by author)
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What nationality is Hey Gabby?

Laila Lockhart Kraner's nationality is American. The up-and-coming actress was born in Boca Raton, Florida, United States. Later on, her family relocated to Los Angeles, United States.

Laila Lockhart's family

Laila Lockhart Kraner's parents are Shameek and Elise Lockhart. Shameek and Elise are parents of three. Laila was raised alongside her two siblings, Malik and Aiden.

What ethnicity is Laila Lockhart Kraner?

Laila Lockhart Kraner's ethnicity is Dominican-Russian-Jewish. Her father is of Dominican ethnicity, while her mother is of Russian-Jewish descent.

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Laila Lockhart Kraner attends the "Puss In Boots: The Last Wish" World Premiere at Frederick P. Rose Hall, Jazz at Lincoln Centre in New York City
Laila Lockhart Kraner attends the "Puss In Boots: The Last Wish" World Premiere at Frederick P. Rose Hall, Jazz at Lincoln Centre in New York City. Photo: Dia Dipasupil
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Career

Laila is a rising actress. At six, her family relocated to Los Angeles, United States, where she attended acting classes. She began her career by appearing in commercials such as Chevy World Cup and ABCmouse.com.

Laila's breakthrough came in 2021 when she was cast to play the lead role of Gabby in DreamWorks' Gabby's Dollhouse. She also provided the voice for Gabby in all of the show's episodes.

In the television series, she worked alongside other TV stars, including Juliet Donenfeld, Tucker Chandler, and Sainty Nelson. When asked about how she landed a role on Gabby’s Dollhouse during a 2021 interview via Mama’s Geeky YouTube channel, Laila replied:

I got the audition from a manager like I usually do, and I was so excited because it was all about cats, and I love them. It was a fun and exciting audition.

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While speaking on The Kelly Clarkson Show in 2023, Gabby’s Dollhouse’s creator, Traci Paige Johnson, revealed how she knew that Laila was the perfect fit for Gabby’s character, saying:

We interviewed many girls, but Laila’s genuine energy and connection to the camera stood out. She epitomises a growth mindset and is a great role model for the little girls. In addition, Lockhart has very expressive eyebrows that she uses to connect with the kids.

Laila Lockhart's movies and TV shows

Below is a list of films and TV shows in which Laila from Gabby's Dollhouse has appeared, according to her IMDb profile.

Year

Movies/TV shows

Roles

2021–2022

Gabby's Dollhouse

Gabby Girl/ Gabby

2021

The Secret of Sinchanee

Ava Donovan

2019

NOS4A2

Kid#

2016-2018

Black-ish

Young Rainbow

2017

Shots Fired

Kai

Is Laila Lockhart Kraner married?

While many people are curious about Laila Lockhart Kraner's husband, there are no indications that the American actress is married. Well, she is still a teen as of 2026, and her focus is on building her career.

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How tall is Laila Lockhart?

Gabby’s Dollhouse actress Laila is 5′ 6″ or 168 cm tall. She has black hair and dark brown eyes.

Laila Lockhart Kraner attends the premiere of Universal Pictures' "Gabby's Dollhouse: The Movie" at AMC The Grove 14 in Los Angeles, California
Laila Lockhart Kraner attends the premiere of Universal Pictures' "Gabby's Dollhouse: The Movie" at AMC The Grove 14 in Los Angeles, California. Photo: Rodin Eckenroth
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What are some interesting facts about Laila Lockhart?

  • Laila grew up being familiar with English, Russian, and Spanish.
  • She is an animal lover.
  • In 2025, Laila was in her senior year, which she called her best year yet.
  • Growing up, the American actress had a dog named Milo and a cat named Apollo.
  • Laila feels lucky to have a Hannah Montana-esque life as Gabby from Gabby's Dollhouse.

Laila Lockhart Kraner is a rising actress from the United States. Her fame skyrocketed following her role in the Netflix series Gabby's Dollhouse. She resides with her family in Los Angeles, California, United States.

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