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Makenzie Lee Foster

Young Actress Carving out Her Lane

We caught up with the beautiful and fun lovely child actress, Makenzie. Thank you so much for this opportunity to chat with you!

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Of all the roles you have played in the past, which is your favorite?

My role as a Little Scientist on Emily’s Wonder Lab was definitely my favorite! I got to be myself, hang out with new friends, learn about science, and get really messy. I was so excited to go in and film every day because we had no idea what we would be filming until we were on set.

What attracted you to begin a career in acting?

Well, I think I just really wanted to see myself “inside” of the tv. Honestly, I wanted to figure out how they got people inside of the TV. Then it turned into wanting to have fun like the kids I saw on the TV. They always looked so happy and like they were all really good friends.

Makenzie, what do you like doing in your spare time?

When I’m not acting or doing school work, I like to read or explore with my Mom. I also like playing video games and making up stories with my toys. Something that I’m also really into right now is drawing. My Mom got me a bunch of canvases and I pick them up and draw/paint whenever I can. movie, The Broken Rose. I had to play a little girl that was less fortunate and ended up being taken away from her father by Child Protective Services. I was about 5 or 6 when I filmed that role. It was something that I had never experienced in real life so it made me sad to think about. There was a scene when I was being driven away from my “Dad” by CPS and I just kept thinking about how a kid might feel that really has been through that.

Who is your favorite celebrity and why?

Tyler Perry. Hands down. I really like how he is using his wealth, skills, and knowledge to help his community. He has his own lot that he uses to safely quarantine actors while filming during this pandemic. That way production can keep going but mostly, everyone can still stay safe.

How are you handling this Covid-19 crises?

I think that I am handling it the best I can. I was actually home-schooled before the pandemic hit so I was use to not being in an actual classroom. I do miss hanging out with friends though and being able to see the expressions on people’s faces. I like being home with my Mom and us getting to spend time together and learn about each other. It can get a little boring just staying in the house though. One thing that I kind of like is that I don’t have to rush through traffic and stress over auditions as much. I get to record and submit those from home now.

Do you feel that it has impacted the way you look at things now?

Yes, I feel like I really appreciate the small things so much more now. I didn’t realize how easy it use to be to go for a quick trip to the store. Everyone has been forced to really slow down and think about things.

What’s your biggest pet peeve?

Hmmmm...I don’t think I have one. I don’t let things bother me or take too many things personal. My Mom says I just let things role off. It’s just an easy way to live I guess. I would say that one thing that bothers me is when someone intentionally hurts another person. That makes me sad.

What’s your annoying habit?

I have a habit of ta king pictures of EVERYTHING! Just in-case I want to draw it or remember it later. I don’t think it’s annoying because I just like to remember things that I see. It was a habit that I have though.

Who is your inspiration?

I’m inspired by people. I see a lot of different people and it might sound weird but I want to make them all smile. I believe that there is good in almost EVERYONE. I also want other kids to believe that they are special. If I can help one kid believe that they are special through reading one of my books or looking at my story, I feel like that’s the biggest inspiration to me.

Do you speak any other languages?

Currently, I don’t speak any other languages but I really want to learn how to speak Swahili, Japanese, and Spanish.

Do you speak any other languages?

Currently, I don’t speak any other languages but I really want to learn how to speak Swahili, Japanese, and Spanish.

Where would you like to visit?

As long as I can remember I really wanted to visit Paris. As the years went on I really started wanting to add a visit to parts of Africa. My plan is to do maybe an DNA ancestry type of thing and go to area or areas in Africa that my ancestors came from.

If you weren’t famous, what would you be up to right now?

Hmmmm...well...I don’t really think of myself as famous. I’m just a regular kid that has had some super cool and fun opportunities. I think if I wasn’t an actress and author I would be doing a lot of the same stuff that I am doing right now. I like doing the same stuff that every kid does. I play Roblox and Pokemon whenever I can. During the day I ride my bike outside or play with dolls and I LOVE art and science. If I wasn’t and actress I wouldn’t be doing auditions or filming BUT when I am on set I still have to do school hours so when it comes to school...that would pretty much be the same. I always wanted to write books of my own so I’m pretty sure that would be the same too. :)

Who is the messiest person you know?

I don’t think that I know anyone that is messy. Everyone that I know is pretty clean well...except for my dog. She’s pretty mess. I try to train her but that girl just doesn’t listen! It’s kind of like she’s is her happiest when her area is messy. LOL

What’s the most interesting thing you’ve read or seen this week?

Unfortunately, I have been reading and seeing a lot of things related to the election and the government. There have been a lot of things happening that I don’t understand and that scare me a lot. My Mom tries to keep me from seeing too much of it, but she also knows that whats happening is a great way for us to talk about issues and situations that go on in our country.

What is one message you would give to your fans?

Well, I don’t really think of myself as having “fans” but I have AMAZING supporters. I hope that they all follow their dreams, no matter how big they are. Sometimes some of the hardest goals to achieve have the biggest rewards. You just have to believe in yourself.

Do you have a website or a imdb?

Yes, I have both. Well...I have a website where my book can be ordered through and it is: http://www. kickingitwithkenzie.com and my IMDb link is: https:// www.imdb.com/name/nm8645912/