Ava Michelle Height, Weight, Age, Boyfriend, Net Worth 2026
Ava Michelle is an American actress, dancer, and model best known for starring as Jodi Kreyman in the Netflix films Tall Girl (2019) and Tall Girl 2 (2022). She first gained attention as a competitive dancer on the reality series Dance Moms.
Ava Michelle Cota was born on April 10, 2002, in Linden/Fenton, Michigan, USA. she is 24 years old. Her nationality is American, and her zodiac sign is Aries.
She is the daughter of Rick Cota and Jeanette Cota. Her mother owned and operated JC’s Broadway Dance Academy (which closed in 2022), where Ava trained from a very young age. She has siblings, including Devon (and references to Alaina in some sources). Ava was raised in the Michigan area (Linden/Clio/Fenton) and later moved to California to pursue her career.
Ava began competitive dancing as a child at her mother’s studio. She appeared on Lifetime’s Dance Moms starting in season 3 and was part of the ALDC Select Ensemble in season 4, with recurring appearances through later seasons. She also competed on So You Think You Can Dance: The Next Generation.
She transitioned into modeling and walked in New York Fashion Week as a teenager. Her acting breakthrough came in 2019 when she was cast as the lead in Netflix’s Tall Girl, playing a high school student navigating insecurity about her height. The film’s popularity led to the sequel Tall Girl 2 (2022).
She has also appeared in other projects, including a role related to A Christmas Carol and guest work such as on The Bold and the Beautiful. In addition to acting and dancing, she has released music (including early tracks like “Shine Thru Me”) and continues modeling and brand work.
She has used her platform to discuss body positivity, self-acceptance, and the challenges of being a tall young woman in dance and entertainment.
Physical Appearance
Height
Approximately 6 ft 1 in – 6 ft 1½ in (1.86–1.87 m)
Hair Color
Blonde / light
Eye Color
Light
Body Type
Tall and athletic
Ava Michelle Net Worth
Ava Michelle’s net worth is estimated at around $1–2 million. Her income comes from the Tall Girl films, earlier dance work, modeling, social media, and related opportunities.
FAQs
How old is Ava Michelle?
She was born on April 10, 2002, and is 24 years old
How tall is Ava Michelle?
She is approximately 6 feet 1 inch to 6 feet 1½ inches tall (about 1.86–1.87 m).
