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Nicola Peltz

Nicola Peltz is an American actress known for roles in *The Last Airbender*, *Bates Motel*, and *Transformers: Age of Extinction*.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Nicola Peltz is an American actress known for roles in *The Last Airbender*, *Bates Motel*, and *Transformers: Age of Extinction*. She is also known as Nicola Peltz Beckham after marrying Brooklyn Beckham. In addition to acting, she has worked as a writer and director on the film *Lola*.

Early life

Nicola Anne Peltz was born on January 9, 1995, in Rye, New York. Sources describe her as American and note that she comes from a prominent family background.

Acting career

Peltz began acting in 2006 and became widely known for her role as Katara in *The Last Airbender*. She later appeared in *Bates Motel* and *Transformers: Age of Extinction*, which further raised her profile.

Other work

Beyond acting, Peltz has been described as a filmmaker and was involved in *Lola* as a writer, director, and lead actor in 2024.

Personal life

She is married to Brooklyn Beckham and is publicly identified as Nicola Peltz Beckham. Media coverage has also noted her family connections and her advocacy for pet adoption and fostering.

Key facts

  • Born Nicola Anne Peltz in 1995 in Rye, New York.
  • Broke through with the role of Katara in *The Last Airbender* (2010).
  • Played Bradley Martin in *Bates Motel* from 2013 to 2015.
  • Played Tessa Yeager in *Transformers: Age of Extinction* (2014).
  • Married Brooklyn Beckham and has used the surname Beckham publicly.
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Canadian context

Nicola Peltz has no strong Canada-specific connection in the supplied sources, though her films and television work are part of internationally distributed entertainment media watched by Canadian audiences.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Nicola Peltz?
Nicola Peltz is an American actress and filmmaker known for roles in film and television, including *The Last Airbender* and *Bates Motel*.
What is Nicola Peltz best known for?
She is best known for playing Katara in *The Last Airbender*, Bradley Martin in *Bates Motel*, and Tessa Yeager in *Transformers: Age of Extinction*.
When was Nicola Peltz born?
She was born on January 9, 1995.
Where is Nicola Peltz from?
She was born in Rye, New York, in the United States.
Is Nicola Peltz married?
Yes. She is married to Brooklyn Beckham and is often referred to as Nicola Peltz Beckham.
Has Nicola Peltz worked as a director?
Yes. Sources report that she worked as a writer, director, and actor on the film *Lola* in 2024.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nicola_Peltz
    Supports: Birth name, birth date, nationality, and major acting roles.
  2. BBC News — https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cddg50dl2zvo
    Supports: Public use of the Beckham surname, family background, and advocacy notes.
  3. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2443758/bio/
    Supports: Birthplace, birth name, and notable roles.
  4. Elle — https://www.elle.fr/Personnalites/Nicola-Peltz
    Supports: Early career start and later filmography context, including *Lola*.
  5. Business Insider — https://www.businessinsider.com/nicola-peltz-beckham-bio-family-career-photos
    Supports: Career start in 2006 and key acting credits.
  6. People — https://people.com/nicola-peltz-parents-everything-to-know-11888478
    Supports: Family background and parents' names.