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Autumn Best is an aspiring American actress who was born on September 17, 2002. She became known for her role in “Woman of the Hour” on Netflix, in which she played Amy based on Monique Hoyt. Autumn made her acting debut in 4400 and is an advocate for disability representation and LGBTQIA+ rights in the media.

Autumn Best, the star of Woman of the hourportrays Amy, a character based on Monique Hoyt, a Rodney Alcala survivor.

Released on Netflix, the film is Anna Kendrick's directorial debut and revolves around the true crime story about the infamous serial killer.

Autumn's performance has garnered attention, and here are four things you need to know about her.

Autumn Best in acting debut 4400

Autumn, born September 17, 2002, made her acting debut on The CW's 4400a science fiction drama about 4,400 people who disappeared and mysteriously returned.

She played Mildred, a smart teenager with a unique ability. Reflecting on her first acting experience, Autumn said it was one “Crash course in gratitude” something that has shaped her approach to her career.

Interestingly, Autumn had plans to attend theater school at NYU before landing there 4400 role and marks a life-changing moment.

A strong advocate for female directors

Autumn Best attaches great importance to working with female directors. I've worked with several on the set of 4400She believes it creates a different vibe on set.

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This experience particularly excited her about working under the direction of Anna Kendrick Woman of the hour. To The Kelly Clarkson ShowShe shared how the presence of female directors creates a supportive atmosphere that has a big impact.

Embrace their limb differences

Autumn has a limb difference – she was born with only one thumb on her left hand. Her disability played a role in casting the role of Mildred 4400where the character has been adapted to its physical reality.

Autumn uses her platform to demand better representation of disabled people in the media and has been vocal on the issue of anti-disability issues, particularly following criticism of films such as The witches for using limb differences as horror tropes.

She frequently advocates for self-love and reminds others of it “You are beautiful and powerful.”

LGBTQIA+ and pride

Autumn Best is part of the LGBTQIA+ Community and has shared her personal journey of queer coming of age in the Mormon Church.

It was a difficult experience due to internalized homophobia and religious trauma. However, by Pride Month 2022, she has embraced her identity and expressed that she is now confident in being her true self.

Autumn believes that the people who want to work with her will appreciate her for who she is.

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