Lera Abova

Valeria Smirnova (; born 4 November 1992), known professionally as Lera Abova , is a Russian and German model and actress. She has worked for modeling agencies including Select Model, Oui, and Fabbrica Milano. She played Thea in the Pitch Perfect spin-off, Pitch Perfect: Bumper in Berlin. In 2024, she was cast as Nico Robin for the second season of Netflix's adaptation of One Piece.

Early life Abova was born 4 November 1992, and grew up in the village of Slavgorod in Siberia. When she was 13, she moved to Germany. She didn't speak German, so she used an electronic translator to communicate. She struggled to connect with her schoolmates due to the language barrier and her being from a different background. She liked to wear a pink Pokémon T-shirt and had “crazy, long hair.” After learning German, she made many friends. She dropped out of school before taking her final exams.

Modeling In 2016, she was noticed by photographer David Sims who started her career as a fashion model. She later worked with Colin Dodgson and Mariano Vivanco.

Acting In 2017, Luc Besson cast her in the role of Maude in his film Anna.

Filmography Film Year Title Role 2019 Anna Maude 2025 Exterritorial Irina / Kira Volkova Honey Don't! Chère

Television Year Title Role Notes 2022 Pitch Perfect: Bumper in Berlin Thea Krämer / DJ Das Boot 2026–present One Piece Nico Robin / Miss All Sunday Main cast (season 3); Recurring (season 2)