Ghostbusters Star McKenna Grace Talks Working With Chris Evans & More | Then vs. Now | Seventeen

Actress McKenna Grace (Ghostbusters: Afterlife, Gifted, The Handmaid's Tale) has been in the business for a decade, which means she has a laundry list of credits on her résumé. We asked her to play Then vs. Now and look back at her career, from working with Chris Evans to her favorite costumes and acting inspiration, and she gave us everythingggg. Watch more Then vs. Now here:
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[@lauras5359]

It's so crazy seeing her now because in so many movies she's like 7 - 12 and she was so young😭 it feels like the end of an Era because she's a teen now

[@ablsph8967]

she 15

[@lauras5359]

@@ablsph8967 I know 😶🙄. If you had actually read my comment properly you'll see I said "7-12 she *was* so young".

[@ablsph8967]

@@lauras5359 ohh my bad i dint read it also do you have a crush on her?

[@lauras5359]

@@ablsph8967 lol no that's such a weird question. She's grown so much since Gifted (2017) and it's still so strange for me that's why I commented that😂🤨

[@diannabutnotactuallydianna9685]

@ABLS PH and @Laura S I feel as if I've walked in on something 😅 . . .

[@kunalganotra7759]

She’s going to be the future superstar of Hollywood

[@fiory2657]

Yes

[@humblebumble2066]

@@MH-xk6en frankly, i have high hopes, she seems like she's surrounded with great ppl yAy!

[@BryanCostner]

@@MH-xk6en it seems like she's raised from a good family, I'm sure she's fine. I trust her

[@Sharvalgon]

If Jodie Foster, Natalie Portman and Dakota Fanning can transition from child actress to adult without public meltdowns there's no reason McKenna can't do likewise and avoid the Blowhan/Lohan route.

[@delrey874]

She is already one of the most talented teen actresses.

[@luilo7848]

She is legit the kid version of a character in every movie and series.

[@vedapuvvala5661]

Ikr

[@simpleplanfan011]

The best casting choice was her as a young Kiernan Shipka. The likeness is absolutely uncanny.

[@tiatortilla]

@@simpleplanfan011 TOTALLY AGREE

[@robotdowney]

The one by Rob Low where's a villain is really good though

[@adrianpena8223]

@@simpleplanfan011 that & anabelle comes home

[@ImTheCookieMonster95]

Definitely weird to ask a little girl if she finds a grown man handsome.

[@sathyanarayanay.h.9630]

That too he is almost her father age 😂

[@ChrisannaKemp]

Not really

[@Ella-fv4hm]

@@sathyanarayanay.h.9630 right?? Like he’s literally old enough to be her father

[@VuNguyen-bo2cm]

I think its fine. It's like asking if you think a celebrity is handsome

[@zacharylee1995]

I know Right 😂

[@DeanithForeverYoung]

Finally a 15 year old that talks, acts and dresses their age.

[@English_teacher22_]

And she is a co writer, and about to direct projects herself and just released a song I MEAN WOW

[@zacharylee1995]

Maybe because she's actually normal then other kid's ☺️

[@mariajibran4622]

Ikr

[@lukav7348]

She’s so mature

[@lexlovesblondsz]

@@English_teacher22_ she released a song? where?

[@BryanCostner]

My goodness McKenna has grown up so fast! I remember her as a little kid being Chris Evans' niece in Gifted, young Tonya Harding in I, Tonya, Judy Warren in Annabelle Comes Home, young Sabrina Spellman in Chilling Adventures of Sabrina, and young Carol Danvers in Captain Marvel literally few years ago. She's so talented

[@sokovianwidow]

Ikr

[@stefansalvatore3564]

She was also young Caroline Forbes

[@Marvelor002]

And young Emma Swan

[@luyumi9568]

And young Theo in the haunting of hill house

[@kylamorgan2598]

Fuller house

[@thenerdygirl4271]

She is so sophisticated for a 15 year old wow. I can't wait to see her career evolve!

[@angel_music_oficial]

es mas famosa que tu, aprende a ganar.

[@c_3593]

@@angel_music_oficial nadie pidió tu consejo

[@GreySkySaturday]

She's so good! It's cool that she worked with Chris Evans and then Sebastian Stan both on rather big movies

[@ameliachristmas712]

Then Paul Rudd. Shes collecting the Avengers like pokemon

[@marvelgal3017]

@@ameliachristmas712 lol! but srsly

[@zoewinton9921]

And Brie Larson on Captain Marvel

[@georgiawinkett340]

@@ameliachristmas712 not to mention that she was also in Captain Marvel as young Carol Danvers!

[@m.k.9465]

I love how she stayed true to herself and didn’t let her fame overwhelm her.

[@DINOPI98]

Millie BBrown was very enthusiastic and happy during her first years of Stranger Things success but as you grew more famous haters will also arise and that took a huge toll on her and her mental health and how she deals with it- she’s way too matured for her age

[@jadebeaut4463]

@@DINOPI98McKenna grace like horror films though so she is weird

[@kimackerman2183]

McKenna is so adorable and truly acts her age unlike most young teenage actors. I remember watching her in many movies when she was little and she was so cute! I really liked her bits on young Sabrina Spellman

[@evahorst5397]

she’s such a ray of sunshine i absolutely love it

[@ceeceez8292]

Question Ghostbusters pun intended?

[@deependguitar777]

@evahorst5397. AGREED she is a mega ray of sunshine!!!

[@shanmarie002]

i love her personality omg she’s so cute

[@romanxff7]

she’s gonna be one of the biggest stars in the near future

[@luvororomunroe]

definitely

[@sidharthdell]

Indeed

[@dominiqueblasino282]

the next generation star in hollywood she's getting bigger and bigger in the spotlight

[@7Z7A7C7K7]

She was SO good in Ghostbusters. Best character for sure.

[@ferdifarmadi]

Her "obtuse" joke's wink haunts me for days

[@Ella-fv4hm]

I say this in almost every video she is in now, but I feel like she was 10 just yesterday. She’s so gorgeous I think she’s such a cute little actress. Miss girl is going places, I see her everywhere

[@pania6544]

I smiled when she said Taika Waititi, he's an incredible actor, comedian, writer, and director from my country. Great to know that cool people like Mckenna like him!

[@georgiawinkett340]

How could you not like Taika Waititi?! He’s an absolute legend!

[@pania6544]

@@georgiawinkett340 For real!!

[@5Ci0N]

Hopefully she just stays away from him though. The dude is a freak.

[@pania6544]

@@5Ci0N No he's not he's really funny!

[@5Ci0N]

@@pania6544 wow, great defense 👍 we'll see though, maybe him and Tessa Thompson will invite her to their next 3way

[@jandm4ever716]

Wow I can’t believe she’s 15! Only a few years younger than me. But for some reason I’ve always thought of her as a little kids sense that’s all the roles I’ve seen her in. She’s grown so much! Anybody else remember her as young Emma on OUAT?

[@oceanwaters6048]

Yessss

[@sunilgandagandu9929]

I am months older than her born in 2006 And she looks older than me

[@solo_alien]

I believe in her talent the same way I did with Dakota & Elle Fanning and Saoirse. I hope she keeps going and works to achieve all she wants to do in/for Hollywood.

[@3Rayfire]

I was thinking she'll have a career trajectory like Jodie Foster.

[@ughasif1355]

THIS INTERVIEW IS EVERYTHING

[@simpleplanfan011]

I love her confidence about herself and her career!! You can literally feel it through the screen. She’s incredibly talented and always brings so much to her roles. Young actors like her are definitely the future of Hollywood.

[@alte21]

she makes me smile so hard whenever she happily talks about things aaaa i hope she stays this positive and happy 🥺

[@juanitamorgan5475]

Yeah she deserves to be happy and a normal teenager 😌

[@rustybros]

I'm glad her mom is always on set to protect this ball of sunshine. Hollywood can have some creepers and hearing stories of shady directors and the recent shooting on set.

[@delrey874]

She's growing up so beautifully.

[@finelemon1363]

Her voice is so crisp. Its so nice to listen to.

[@scottwalker2398]

Kind of stunned by this. Over the years, I've watched her in everything I could find, and I didn't recognize her here. I think it's interesting that someone who's so consistently brilliant, could ever be nervous during the audition process. I think if anyone should be nervous, it should be the people conducting the audition. I sure would be.

[@kairacameron5201]

she's such a good actress as a Wife in the Handmaid's tale, like the amount of sophistication and the talent behind portraying such a complicated character is hard for most actors to achieve

[@paulinasky6683]

I can’t wait for her getting an oscar! She is so amazing actress and she is only 15! I wish her all best in her career!❤️

[@tysonac3174]

AT 1:16-1:39, I BELIEVE MCKENNA WAS TALKING ABOUT HER ROLE OF JASMINE ON CRASH & BERNSTEIN. I CAN'T REMEMBER THE TITLE OF THE EPISODE EITHER, BUT BERNSTEIN HIMSELF'S PRETTY SURE IT'S RELATED TO HALLOWEEN.

[@derianhavard3406]

I love her so much shes just the sweetis girl on the planet i hope she always stays sweet and kind so proud of her i cant wait to see what her future holds give the vid thums up.

[@ughasif1355]

she IS the sweetest!!!!

[@dayleashleynolasco5765]

It would be amazing to see McKenna & Chris Evans work again today or in the future. It would be awesome to see her with Chris in a movie now or in the future that she is all grown up. She is really mature at her age & made to be an actress.

[@wvladimir21]

We must protect her to all cost, dont let her fall like the others.

[@aaliward]

Although I’m a few years older, I feel like I grew up with McKenna. She’s curated quite the résumé (already), and it’s been a privilege to see her grow into a beautiful, intelligent young lady! She is someone that everyone could look up to :)

[@toria1209]

She's so down to earth. I hope she stays this way

[@martabuda4586]

i swear to god this girl is gonna rule the industry some day! wish you all the best mckenna

[@lillydoherty3419]

she was definitely born to do this. it comes so naturally for her

[@BobbylightRCE]

She was incredible in movie Gifted and I loved her as Phoebe! Incredible actress. She’s gonna get some huge roles. Don’t change who you are!! Incredible intelligent lady. My 9 year old daughter loved your performance as well

[@pinacoladas8217]

I love her whole answer for the celebrity crush question. It's so cute, and she has a point lol

[@adeleolmastroni1545]

I love McKenna so much. she's an AMAZING actress and person. In a few years she's gonna be THE actress if she isn't already

[@aliwantizu]

It's so crazy because the last thing I saw her in before this was Young Sheldon. She looks So different as Phoebe in GB:AL, and in real life. Check out her song "Haunted House" that she co-wrote and performs. It's played during the end credits of GB:AL and the music video is on her channel here. I just noticed that the corners of her mouth seem to naturally turn up, so if they were to make a younger Harley Quinn in like 6-10 years, she would be great.

[@Ava-nu2np]

We are literally like a few days apart in age. It’s just crazy how far she has gotten in life and how much she has accomplished. I just wish I knew her cause I think we would be good friends.

[@michaelanthony4185]

I just love your personality and work! Love your acting, and singing too! God Bless you McKenna!!

[@lisannevonk]

Awwwh i love Mckenna. Can't wait to listen to her own song

[@isabelle8836]

I remember watching McKenna Grace on once upon a time as little Emma. Also in movie almityville. Also on fuller house. She was on Sabrina Netflix series and now hand maids take. She’s doing so much acting!

[@gabbydavis6349]

omg she's so grown, like the last thing I saw her in was fuller house last year, even though that was filmed in like 2019, its wild how grown she is

[@hannahburke7328]

4:24 Me Too! I Hate It When People Always Debate: "Is It A Halloween Or Christmas Movie?" And I Always Say It's Both! 🎃🎄

[@killer3000ad]

She absolutely shined as Phoebe in Ghostbusters Afterlife as she was only 13 when they were filming it. Really looking forward to her future projects.

[@ughasif1355]

this is my favorite interview now 😭😭😭

[@trishnavenky]

She's so cute

[@alonzozovillafranco491]

McKenna Grace is so talented. I’ve seen her in so many horror movies I bet someday she’d make a great scream queen.

[@Claire-yr3wv]

Ughh she inspires me a lot, I really want to get into acting. I almost got a role into stranger things season 4 last year as a waitress. But I’m still trying, I really want to act it seems so amazing and fun

[@user-uv4wh4ut8s]

Omg that's so cool!! I hope I see you in future roles

[@Claire-yr3wv]

@@user-uv4wh4ut8s thank you so much!

[@JwinWatermelon]

How did you almost get a role?! Are you self taught? I’m 16 and trying to get into acting and need your advice. I hope to see you soon and soar in an acting career❤️‍🔥

[@mahbubulhaque735]

I don't know how many times she used the word LIKE. It's so cute.

[@Fantozz2]

She has an adorable sense of style!

[@Fantozz2]

Also she totally looks like MJH in Clarissa Explains it All here.

[@CaitlynGregson]

Through out the whole video I couldn't stop smiling. I love her so much 😍 she has grown up so much.

[@jeffreyknutson]

She's awesome. SO much energy and plans!

[@youtubehatesfreespeech2555]

Yeah, she's young. Let her live a bit!

[@user-th7us1fl9x]

wow i already feel old. 😭 Saw her on The handmaidens tale she was amazing as usual.

[@blah__]

literally this morning I was talking about how I love Chris Evans and McKenna Grace

[@ataurusrecommends]

omg she's so cute and adorable, loved her energy! Her goals in life are very admirable too. I really hope for her success, feel like she's an amazing role model

[@Sonal.09]

I love McKenna Grace ❤️ She is an amazing actress and I really hope that as she grows up her career flourishes more.

[@mariajibran4622]

She's such an amazing person!

[@account-wv8qg]

jeez, I love this girl so much

[@ItsKimOlson]

I LOVE HER SO MUCH!!!!!! I'VE LOVED HER SINCE LIKE HER FIRST ROLE!!!!! (Emma on "Once Upon a Time.") I'M SO EXCITED & PROUD TO SEE HER LEADING "GHOSTBUSTERS"!!! 💚💚💚💚💚 McKenna needs to be in Scream and Romeo & Juliet. I'd love for her to work with Taika!

[@jeffreyparish2542]

My first exposure to McKenna Grace was in Troop Zero, and that is still my favorite role of hers...such a great actress then and now!

[@miajames51]

Her hair is gorgeous and that style is so cute on her!!

[@canonkingsley6569]

So proud of her, I hope she stays grounded.

[@navyamodi4114]

She looks so cuuuute in this

[@Smithmae1]

She's gonna be an EGOT winner before she's 35 I'm calling it now

[@renee7893]

Her hair!!😍

[@jorjafocht3451]

As and actress, theatre kid, and singer I completely relate to having stage fright. Mine is horrible 😅

[@kevinpernod9336]

I absolutely loved her in Ghostbusters. I can't wait for the next one !

[@spiderliliez]

She's a smart kid, and I look forward to see her more. I can still see her little self in my head. Best part is, she loves cats, hahahah!

[@kmack65]

This girl is so inspiring 💗

[@BluDrgn426]

She's gonna be a superstar if she isn't already!

[@hongquan7749]

i love her smile, god, i love her

[@MrNo1fan]

One word : adorable.

[@juls7357]

MCKENNA IS SO SWEET TO ME IS THE BEST PERSON IN THE WORLD. I LOVE HER

[@Elocinization]

She seems so sweet and genuine! :)

[@shannoncurry2037]

She's so pretty 😍

[@bridgetthebad]

McKenna Grace is a very amazing actress mostly for her age and also holds the title as the queen of the DSMP stans

[@chintiafebriyanti2184]

How?

[@thealexandersalinas]

She's very talented and gorgeous ❤❤

[@marianelamendoza5474]

Mckenna and Saorsie en una pelicula o serie juntas😍😍🛐🛐🔝❤

[@Dead-fire]

This is honestly my favorite video to watch

[@wandasoulmate]

i remember watching her in fuller house, she’s looks so much older it’s crazy

[@alaykasptra]

definitely one of my favorite actresses EVER

[@gabrielangulo4764]

she is literally perfect

[@saymyname6726]

She was so cute in ghostbusters, she's like a little sister I never had. A very good actress too!

[@davidedgar6576]

Great interview and answers supporting future goals!!!! 👍😃

[@TAURON85]

OMG, she was so adorable in Ghostbusters! 🤩

[@jake78441]

Damn i think she gonna be big movie star here in the next few years i remember her from fuller house and young sheldon and other movies/tv shows

[@lycantrophy024]

chris evans is so proud of you

[@kshitijpratapsingh9855]

Everything is perfect

[@fuckyoufuckingweb]

Finest actress today. Sameday sure she'll get an oscar.

[@col.waltervonschonkopf69]

You go, girl! You're talented.

[@gerardinecizmar]

I watched Gifted today. She and Chris were incredible together. I haven't seen a movie that made me so emotional in a long time.

[@TheCollectorsOasis]

She’s so pretty it’s crazy

[@matTmin45fr]

Her and Kiernan Shipka REALLY look alike. Like twins. They should be in a movie together.

[@nicbentulan]

sabrina?

[@rufarojunior]

McKenna is so awesome and she’s epic

[@veeny4779]

She's such an amazing Actress she's going to have a a bright future ahead of her

[@magillanz]

she is so talented both acting and musically

[@mariejae]

Omg! I love her hairstyle 🔥