Priah Ferguson (born Priah Nicole Ferguson) is an American actress and voice actress recognized for her work in television and film.
She gained international fame after portraying Erica Sinclair in Stranger Things. Ferguson has also appeared in Atlanta, The Oath, The Curse of Bridge Hollow, and voiced characters in My Dad the Bounty Hunter and Hamster & Gretel.
Essential Data
- Full Name: Priah Nicole Ferguson
- Stage Name: Priah Ferguson
- Born: October 1, 2006
- Age: 19 years old
- Birthplace: Atlanta, Georgia, United States
- Nationality: American
- Ethnicity: African-American
- Occupation: Actress, Voice Actress
- Height: 1.55 m (155 cm)
- Religion: Christianity
- Parents: John Ferguson and Adjua Ferguson
- Siblings: Jayda Ferguson
- Spouse: None
- Children: None
- Relationship: Single
- Net Worth: $2 million USD
Early life and education
Priah Ferguson was born on October 1, 2006, in Atlanta, Georgia, United States. She was raised by her parents, John Ferguson, a design director, and Adjua Ferguson, a graphic designer, alongside her younger sister, Jayda Ferguson.
She attended Fayette County High School, graduating in 2025 while balancing her education with a successful acting career and serving as her senior class vice president.
Priah was inspired by films such as Crooklyn and Daddy’s Little Girls, which sparked an interest in acting at a young age, and she began attending acting camps and theatre workshops at age 5.
Career
Priah Ferguson began her acting career in 2015 with appearances in independent short films before making guest appearances in television series, including Atlanta and Mercy Street.
Her breakthrough came in 2017 when she was cast as Erica Sinclair in the second season of Netflix’s Stranger Things. Originally introduced as a recurring character, Erica quickly became a fan favourite with her witty performance, leading to her promotion to series regular from the third season onward.
Ferguson later starred alongside Marlon Wayans in The Curse of Bridge Hollow and expanded into voice acting with roles in Hamster & Gretel and My Dad the Bounty Hunter.
Beyond acting, she has served as a youth ambassador for United Way of Greater Atlanta, supporting initiatives for children and families.
Awards and nominations
- Screen Actors Guild Awards (2020) – Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Drama Series (Stranger Things) – Nominated.
- Young Entertainer Awards – Recognized for her performance in Stranger Things.
Social media
- Instagram: @priahferguson
- TikTok: @priahferguson
Personal life
Priah Ferguson, 19, is currently single, with no verified reports of prior relationships or children. Outside acting, she enjoys dancing, fashion, beauty, and community service.
She has expressed an interest in expanding into producing and entrepreneurship while continuing to pursue acting. Priah Ferguson stands 1.55 m (155 cm) tall.
Net worth
Priah Ferguson’s estimated net worth is $2 million USD. Her income is generated primarily from acting in television series, films, and voice-over projects.
Additional earnings come from brand partnerships, endorsements, public appearances, and social media collaborations. Her success in Stranger Things has made her one of the most recognizable young actresses of her generation.
Filmography
- Atlanta
- Mercy Street
- Daytime Divas
- Stranger Things
- The Oath
- The Curse of Bridge Hollow
- Hamster & Gretel
- My Dad the Bounty Hunter
- Kabu (Voice)