Ahney Her biography: 10 things about Hmong-American actress from Lansing, Michigan

Professionally known as Ahney Her, American actress Whitney Cua Her is of Hmong descent. Here are 10 more things about her:

1. She was born and raised in Lansing, Michigan, United States.
2. She is 5’3″ tall.
3. She has seven brothers and four sisters.
4. She attended J.W. Sexton High School in Lansing.
5. After graduating from J.W. Sexton High School, she was cast for “Gran Torino,” a drama film directed and produced by Clint Eastwood. She played Sue Lor, the older sister of Thao Vang Lor, who was placed by Bee Vang. It was her first film role.
6. She was 16 years old when “Gran Torino” made its opening in wide release on January 9, 2009.
7. She played Nikki in “Night Club,” a comedy film released on April 7, 2011.
8. She played a kayagŭm player in “Comfort Girls,” a short film released on May 4, 2014. She was credited as Whitney Yang.
9. She played a hostage girl in “Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice,” which hit theaters in the U.S. on March 25, 2016.
10. On July 13, 2023, she turned 31.