The mystery surrounding the identity of the Toph actress in Netflix’s live action adaptation of Avatar The Last Airbender has finally been solved.
During Geeked Week 2024, the streaming giant not only unveiled the highly-anticipated cast member but also confirmed that production for the series’ second season is underway.
If you’re eager to learn more about the actress who is bringing the iconic earthbender to life, this article provides an overview of her age, nationality, and previous projects.
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Miya Cech is Toph’s actress in Netflix’s Avatar live action adaptation.
She is a 17-year-old actress of Chinese and Japanese American descent.
Before landing the Toph actress role, Miya Cech has made appearances in other Netflix projects. She played younger versions of Amy Lau in Beef (2023) and Sasha in Always Be My Maybe (2019), both of which featured the award-winning actress Ali Wong in the older roles.
She has also played leading roles as Jade in AppleTV+’s Surfside Girls (2022) and as Samy in Nickelodeon’s The Astronauts (2020).
In 2024, she landed the role of Toph Beifong, a master earthbender born blind, trained to feel and sense the world around her in Netflix’s Avatar: The Last Airbender.
“I’m so excited to represent my Chinese heritage in Toph Beifong,” Miya said in an official statement. “Toph is a completely unique character. No one is like her.”
The Toph actress is preparing intensively for her role in Avatar live action season 2. She’s undergoing rigorous training, combining martial arts, dance, and guidance from a professional in the blindness community to ensure authentic representation.
Her dedication stems from her lifelong love for the original Avatar: The Last Airbender animated series, with Toph being her favorite character.
Who is Toph in Avatar: The Last Airbender?
Toph Beifong is a skilled earthbender who is completely blind. Despite her disability, Toph has become one of the most powerful and respected earthbenders in the world.
Her unique perspective and ability to “see” through vibrations in the earth allows her to navigate her surroundings and fight with incredible precision.
In Avatar live action season 2, Toph plays an important role as a mentor to Aang, played by Gordon Cormier. She provides crucial guidance and support as Aang continues his training to master all four elements.
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