Priah Ferguson, the talented actress behind Sydney and Erica Sinclair on Stranger Things, shares her thoughts on representation in media and how it has impacted her life. In a recent interview with Blavity, Ferguson discussed the importance of seeing oneself reflected in popular culture.

'I think it's important for girls of color to see themselves more in those spaces,' Ferguson said. Despite being a history buff, Ferguson's roles have piqued her interest in chemistry and she is proud to be part of a group of STEM-girls.

Ferguson's confidence shines through as an outspoken Black girl on screen, something that she doesn't take lightly. Her spirited teenage daughter character, Sydney, has become a fan favorite on Stranger Things. Ferguson also starred alongside Marlon Wayans and Kelly Rowland in the Netflix original movie, The Curse of Bridge Hollow, where she played her spirited teenage daughter, Sydney.

As a series regular on Stranger Things, Ferguson knows that it's like working every day. She took to heart the responsibility of being a role model for young Black girls and is grateful to have had the opportunity to shine as the lead in The Curse of Bridge Hollow. Ferguson's growth as an actress has been impressive, having started acting at a young age after being inspired by movies including Daddy's Little Girls and Spike Lee's Crooklyn.

Ferguson's sassy and sarcastic character, Erica Sinclair, is a fan favorite on Stranger Things. Her character, along with her brother Lucas Sinclair, runs around the fictional town of Hawkins, Indiana fighting off supernatural monsters. Ferguson recently made a splash in an ad airing during this weekend's Super Bowl for General Motors.

In conclusion, Priah Ferguson is a talented actress who understands the importance of representation and is proud to be part of it. Her confidence and outspokenness on screen are inspiring young Black girls everywhere, making her a true role model.

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