KJ Apa

KJ Apa: Biography in Details

Who is KJ Apa?

KJ Apa is a Kiwi TV and a film actor. Multi-talented KJ also plays guitar.

He came to recognition in the entertainment industry after featuring in soap opera in New Zealand named “Shortland Street”.

Presently, he is famous for starring in the American teenage drama series, “Riverdale”.

Additionally, he is also known for starring in 2017 in the comedy-drama film, “A Dog’s Purpose”.

He portrayed the character of Ethan Montgomery in the film.

KJ Apa’s early life, Childhood, and Education

KJ was born in the capital city of New Zealand, Auckland. His birth name is Keneti James Fitzgerald “KJ” Apa.

He was born on June 17, 1997. KJ is of Scottish, English, and Samoan ethnic background.

The name of his parents is Keneti Apa(father) and Tessa Callander(mother). His father, Keneti is the chief of the village, Samoa.

He played guitar and piano at a very young age. He calls his mother Tess and says that she is his best friend.

As per his education, he attended high school at King’s College, Auckland.

Other than that, as he keeps his personal life away from the limelight, there are no details on his childhood and early life.

KJ Apa’s Career, Salary, Net Worth

KJ is active in his acting career since 2013. He started his acting career in his home country, New Zealand.

In 2013, KJ Apa joined the cast of Soap Opera of New Zealand, “Shortland Street”. He portrayed the role of Kate Jenkins in the show.

He featured on that show from 2013 to 2015, starring in a total of 46 episodes.

Afterward, he appeared in another TV series named “The Cul De Sac” playing the role of Jack.

These minor roles helped him to gain a little recognition in the entertainment industry.

Then KJ Apa moved to the United States. Following his small roles, he gained massive success after starring in the hit American teenage series, “Riverdale”.

He plays the lead role of Archie Andrews in the show. Similarly, he also featured in the comedy-drama film, “A Dog’s Purpose”.

Presently, he is waiting for his film, “Altar Rock” to release. Altar Rock is a thriller that is inspired by the Boston Marathon bombing of 2013.

As of now, he earns a pretty good amount of salary and his net worth is estimated to be $4 million as of 2023.

KJ Apa’s Rumors, Controversy

KJ Apa is a work-focused man. He likes to think about being productive avoiding the media tittle-tattle.

But he has been part of the controversy.

Previously, in April 2017, he liked a fat-shaming post on social media.

Consequently, it made his fans furious for his gesture of supporting such a mentality.

Other than that, KJ Apa avoids talking about any unwanted stuff in the media.

Also, he wants to keep his image clean to the public.

KJ Apa: Body Measurement

KJ has a stunning-looking body. She stands tall at a height of 5 feet 11 inches.

Similarly, he weighs around 73 kg or 161 pounds.

KJ Apa has dark brown hair and eye colors.

His body measurements are 39 inches chest, 14.5 inches biceps, and 33 inches waist sizes. His shoe size is 11 (US).

Social Media Profile

KJ Apa is active on social media such as Facebook and Instagram accounts.

He has more than 2.2 million followers on Facebook and around 19.6 million followers on Instagram account.

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