Athena Karkanis
Athena Karkanis is a Canadian actress, known primarily for her roles in television series such as “The Expanse” and “Manifest,” and for her voice work in video games like “Rainbow Six: Vegas.”
Athena Karkanis began her acting career in the early 2000s, with notable roles in films such as “Survival of the Dead” and “Saw IV.” Her television career includes significant parts in series like “The Border,” where she played Agent Khalida Massi, and “Low Winter Sun.” Karkanis gained wider recognition for her portrayal of Octavia Muss in the science fiction series “The Expanse,” and Grace Stone in the NBC series “Manifest.” Her voice acting work is also substantial, including characters in animated series such as “Skyland” and video games like “Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six: Vegas.”
Throughout her career, Karkanis has collaborated with several prominent actors. In “The Expanse,” she worked alongside Steven Strait and Dominique Tipper, whose performances were integral to the series’ success. Her role in “Manifest” involved significant screen time with Josh Dallas and Melissa Roxburgh, creating a compelling family dynamic central to the show’s narrative. In the film “Survival of the Dead,” she shared scenes with Alan Van Sprang. Additionally, her voice work in “Skyland” included collaborations with voice actors such as Jack Langedijk and Tim Hamaguchi.