‘Ginny and Georgia’ Cast: Everything You Need To Know About The Stars of The Hit Netflix Show

Judy Koutsky

March 4, 2024 at 7:54 PM·6 min read

In the world of television, captivating stories often come hand-in-hand with an ensemble of talented actors who breathe life into the characters. One such series that captured the hearts of audiences worldwide with its compelling storyline and engaging cast is Ginny and Georgia. Created by Sarah Lampert and produced by Debra J. Fisher, it debuted on Netflix in 2021. This comedy-drama (dramedy) quickly gained popularity for its compelling narrative, intriguing characters and stellar performances.

Ginny and Georgia follow the story of a young mother, Georgia Miller (played by Brianne Howey), and her teenage daughter, Ginny (played by Antonia Gentry), as they navigate life's ups and downs. The series explores themes of family, relationships, and identity against the backdrop of a picturesque New England town. Georgia, a charming and enigmatic woman with a troubled past, strives to provide a better life for her family. Ginny grapples with adolescence and the complexities of growing up.

(Ginny and Georgia Cast 1 ) — 2021
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Season one of Ginny and Georgia debuted to a record viewership of 52 million subscribers and season two topped the Netflix charts, with 180.5 million hours viewed in its first week. The series’ second season spent two weeks at #1 on Netflix.

The good news? There will be a season three and four. **Spoilers** The shocking season two finale — which saw Georgia arrested at her own wedding after she suffocated a comatose Tom with a pillow to spare his family from further suffering — will directly set the stage for the show’s third season set to release in 2025.

Show creator Lampert told Tudum that Season 3 will throw “new hurdles, new relationships and new challenges in a way we haven’t seen before on the show.”

Did you know? In real life, Antonia Gentry, who plays Ginny, and Brianne Howey, who plays Georgia, are only eight years apart in age.

Brianne Howey as Georgia Miller

Born in 1989 in Los Angeles, California, Brianne Howey had bit parts in shows like 90210 (2010), NCIS (2011) and Criminal Minds (2013) before being cast in The Exorcist (2016). She also appeared in the tv series The Passage (2019) and Dollface (2019-2022) before getting the role of Georgia in the Ginny and Georgia cast.

Of season two, Howey told Glamour, “I was stretched in ways I didn't even know I was capable of. There's a heavy responsibility with telling some of the more nuanced storylines and we don't take it lightly. It's also very important to us that these storylines aren't glorified. As an actor it isn't easy, going to places in your life that you're drawing from and everybody responds differently, but I am one of those people—it sticks with me a little bit. I'm an emotional being. I go home and it's hard to turn it off.”

The show’s subject matter can be intense. They cover everything from sexism to racism, self-harm to abuse. And it’s attracting a multigenerational audience, getting mothers, daughters, and grandmothers to talk about social issues. Says Howey, “We don't necessarily have all of the answers, but the fact that the show can start the conversation is a really beautiful step.”

In her personal life, Howey has been married to Matt Ziering since 2021 and they have one child.

Antonia Gentry as Ginny Miller in the Ginny and Georgia cast

Antonia Gentry as Ginny Miller (Ginny and Georgia Cast) — 2021
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Born on September 25, 1997, in Atlanta, Georgia, Antonia Gentry got her acting start doing a PSA (Public Service Announcement) on texting and driving in 2014. She appeared in Driver’s Ed: Tales from the Street in 2015, followed by Candy Jar in 2018. Then, in 2019 she appeared in an episode of Raising Dion.

Getting the role of Ginny Miller in the Ginny and Georgia cast was her big break.

She told Numero Netherlands that the show is much bigger than she envisioned. She said, “I think our show, even though when filming it we primarily thought that it was going to be just for a YA (young adult) audience, it includes so many characters that have such a vast array of experiences that I think the demographic ended up being much broader than we thought.”

Gentry is also trying to balance new-found fame. She said, “It’s really surreal. I’m very grateful that people love the show and that my life has changed in a mostly positive way. This is something that I don’t think I ever believed would happen, at least so soon after graduating college. I’m still trying to figure out what I’m doing, but I thought it’d be a lot less lucky than I am. It’s been nice, but it’s also been kind of overwhelming. It’s a huge adjustment. I’m a very private person. I’m very quiet and introverted in real life. And so being recognized on the street is nice and the fans are lovely and it’s always great to see, but it also is kind of nerve wracking.”

Diesel La Torraca as Austin Miller

Born in 2011, Diesel La Torraca is an Australian-American actor, who started working in the entertainment industry at a very young age. He’s appeared in Lambs of God (2019), Sweet Tooth (2019), and The Secrets She Keeps (2020). He got his big break when he landed the role of Austin in Ginny and Georgia (2021).

Felix Mallard as Marcus Baker in the Ginny and Georgia cast

Felix Mallard was born in 1998 in Melbourne, Australia. He is an actor, known for All the Bright Places, Neighbours, Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist and Locke & Key. His big break has been playing Marcus Baker in Ginny and Georgia cast.

Jennifer Robertson as Ellen Baker

Born in 1971, Vancouver, Canada, Jennifer Robertson is known for her role as Jennifer Schitt in Schitt’s Creek. She also starred in the TV series Comdey, Inc. and Wingin’ It. She’s also appeared in several movies including Single All the Way, Crawlspace, and Hello, Goodbye and Everything in Between. Robertson has been a fan-favorite playing Ellen Baker on the Ginny and Georgia cast.

Sara Waisglass as Maxine Baker in the Ginny and Georgia cast

Sara Waisglass got her acting chops playing Jordy Cooper in the TV series Overruled! (2009-2011). She also played the role of Frankie Hollingsworth in Degrassi: The Next Generation (2013-2015). Next, she played Lyla in Holly Hobbie (2018-2022), before landing the role of Maxine Baker in Ginny and Georgia.

Katie Emily Douglas as Abby Littman

Born October 19, 1998 in Ontario, Canada, Douglas began her career at an early age appearing frequently on television in series including Flashpoint (2008), Alphas (2011), Max & Shred (2014), Eyewitness (2016), and Raising Expectations (2016). She also appeared in TV movies including Stay with Me (2011) and Thicker Than Water (2019).

Her big breakout role was Abby Littman in Ginny and Georgia.

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