Hala Finley (born May 18, 2009) is an American actress recognized for her breakout roles in television and film from a young age. She is best known for playing Emme Burns, the precocious youngest daughter in the CBS sitcom Man with a Plan (2016–2020), and for her performance as Ojo in the Netflix superhero film We Can Be Heroes (2020). With a natural charisma and emotional range, Finley has impressed both audiences and critics, earning praise for her charm and screen presence.
Born in Gladstone, Missouri, to a Libyan mother, Somiya Finley, Hala was introduced to acting early on through her mother’s own involvement in the screen industry. She made her film debut in the 2014 short Counter Parts, which she starred in alongside her mother. After relocating to Los Angeles in 2015 to pursue acting more seriously, Finley quickly landed roles in commercials and independent films. Her lead performance in Grammy earned her early acclaim, and her dramatic turn in Back Roads (2018) was noted by critics for exceeding expectations. With roles in projects like Shelter and a growing filmography, Finley continues to emerge as a rising star in Hollywood.
