Emelina Adams is an American actress and model recognized for her work across both fashion and film. Raised in Henderson, Nevada, Adams pursued a psychology degree with a minor in pre-law at the University of Arizona. Her personal experiences, particularly the loss of her sister to addiction in 2016, have deeply influenced her advocacy efforts, making her a vocal campaigner against substance abuse. With Italian roots through her father’s family from Calabria, Adams brings a rich cultural heritage to her public identity.

Adams’ modeling career began early, gaining momentum during her college years when she was selected for the University of Arizona’s prestigious Tucson 12. She went on to be crowned Miss Nevada USA in 2016, which opened doors to international modeling opportunities, including campaigns with major brands such as Marciano by GUESS. Her presence in the fashion world has been marked by a blend of elegance and advocacy, often using her platform to raise awareness on issues close to her heart.

Transitioning to acting, Adams made her screen debut in Netflix’s 13 Reasons Why in 2019. She gained wider recognition with a role in the action-comedy Bullet Train (2022), where she shared the screen with Brad Pitt. Her filmography quickly expanded to include appearances in Back on the Strip, Deadly Games, Don’t Suck, Mort In Sherman Oaks, American Murderer, and The Sweepers. With a growing list of roles across genres, Adams is steadily establishing herself as a versatile talent in Hollywood.