Ella Gross

Ella McKenzie Gross (, ; born December 1, 2008), also known mononymously as Ella, is an American singer, model, and actress based in South Korea. She first began her career as a model at age two and has modeled for fashion brands such as H&M, Levi's, and GAP. As a singer, she debuted as a member of the South Korean girl group Meovv in September 2024, under The Black Label.

Early life Ella McKenzie Gross was born on December 1, 2008 in Los Angeles, California, and also has a Korean name, Nabi . Gross has a brother who is two years younger than her. She trained in ballet and mixed martial arts (MMA) as a child.

Career 2011–2023: Modeling career Cited as a "prodigy" in both modelling and acting, Gross first featured on the cover of a magazine at age two, In this time, her father, a former prosecutor in the military, was dispatched to the country from Los Angeles, leading to the whole family's visit. Gross modelled for brands: Zara, H&M, Levi's, and Tommy Hilfiger; Gross thereafter walked the runways of Tokyo Girls Collection S/S 2019 and 2019 New York Fashion Week.

Departing from her former agency, Gross signed with The Black Label in July 2018 to manage her modelling career. In the midst of her business trips from Los Angeles to South Korea, she further learned dance routines from choreographers in the country. Gross commenced an acting career with the U.S. based company, Monster Talent Management, which also manages the likes of Zendaya and Dylan Minnette.

2024–present: Debut with Meovv In February 2024, a series of leaked photos of The Black Label trainees, rumored to be members of the agency's upcoming girl group, quickly spread online, which notably featured Gross. In the same month, the agency announced its plans to launch a new girl group in the first half of 2024. On August 22, 2024, The Black Label revealed Gross as the first member of their company's first girl group, Meovv, which debuted on September 6.

Public image Gross attained interest in the United States and abroad for her biracial look, and for her resemblance to a young Miranda Kerr. Korean media outlets cited her as a young Song Hye-kyo, As of May 2026, she has over 4 million followers on Instagram. She has received media attention for her modelling career and fashion industry activities, including campaigns and editorial work for major brands.

Other ventures Endorsements In April 2025, she was named a brand ambassador for Miu Miu. In July, she became the endorser of Lotte Chilsung Cider Zero.

In December 2025, she was named global ambassador for American makeup brand, M.A.C .

Philanthropy Gross has used her platform to address topics including climate change and the war in Ukraine,

Discography

Songwriting credits Year Artist Song Album Notes 2026 Meovv "Ddi Ro Ri" Bite Now As a lyricist "Revenge"

Filmography

Film Year Title Role 2019 Malibu Rescue: The Movie Sasha Gossard 2020 Malibu Rescue: The Next Wave

Television series Year Title Role Notes 2018 Heathers Young Betty