Assa Sylla

About

One of the stars of the French feature film Girlhood who was plucked from the streets as a non-professional actor after being chosen from 300 other non-professionals.

Before fame

She initially did not intend to audition for Girlhood, and was only going to the audition to keep some friends company.

Trivia

She landed a starring role in the television film Danbé, Head Held High as a boxing champion.

Family life

She is from Barbes, Paris, France. Her parents are Mauretanian.

Associated with

Girlhood prominently features the popular Rihanna song "Diamonds."