Biography
Whitney Peak is a Ugandan-born Canadian actress who has quickly emerged as one of Hollywood’s rising young talents, gaining recognition for her work across television and film. Born in Kampala, Uganda, and raised in Canada, Peak began acting as a teenager and first appeared in supporting roles in projects such as Molly’s Game (2017), the Oscar-nominated drama written and directed by Aaron Sorkin. She continued building her résumé with television appearances before landing a breakout role in the Netflix supernatural hit Chilling Adventures of Sabrina (2019–2020), where she played Judith Blackwood.
Peak’s profile rose significantly when she starred as Zoya Lott in HBO Max’s reboot of Gossip Girl (2021–2023), portraying a thoughtful outsider navigating Manhattan’s elite social scene and earning praise for bringing emotional depth to the series’ central character. She also appeared in Apple TV+’s mystery drama Home Before Dark (2020). In film, Peak reached a wider global audience with Disney’s fantasy sequel Hocus Pocus 2 (2022), starring alongside Bette Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker, and Kathy Najimy as one of the modern-day teens who inadvertently resurrect the Sanderson Sisters.
Beyond acting, Peak has become a notable presence in the fashion world, serving as a global ambassador for the luxury house Chanel and frequently appearing at major international fashion events. As of 2025–2026, she continues expanding her career with new film and television projects while establishing herself as a prominent young voice bridging Hollywood, streaming television, and global fashion culture. While still early in her career, Peak has received growing industry recognition and is widely viewed as a performer poised for major leading roles in the years ahead.
