Ciara Hanna
She brought a new generation of Power Rangers to life as the fierce and optimistic Gia Moran, inspiring young viewers worldwide.
Born 1991 (age 35)·American actress and model·Birthday: January 20·Millennials
Biography
Ciara Hanna's journey from beauty pageants to action hero is a story of modern Hollywood hustle. Born in California, she first gained attention as Miss California Teen USA 2008, a platform she used to launch into acting. Her breakthrough came not with a whisper but with a morphin call, landing the pivotal role of Gia Moran, the Yellow Ranger, in 'Power Rangers Megaforce' and its follow-up 'Super Megaforce.' This role placed her at the center of a global children's phenomenon, requiring her to master martial arts, deliver earnest dialogue, and wear spandex with conviction. Beyond the Rangers' command center, she carved a niche in horror and thriller films, showcasing range in projects like the creature feature 'Blood Lake.' Hanna represents a specific kind of stardom: one built on direct connection with a young, passionate fanbase and the physical demands of genre television, making her a recognizable face in the world of millennial-pop culture.
Millennials
1981–1996
The first digital natives. Grew up with the internet, came of age during 9/11 and the 2008 crash. Highly educated, deeply indebted, slower to marry and buy houses. Redefined work, identity, and what it means to be an adult.
Ciara was born in 1991, placing them squarely in the Millennials. The events that shaped this generation — the internet revolution, 9/11, and the 2008 financial crisis — shaped the world they entered and the choices available to them.
#1 When Ciara Was Born
The biggest hits of 1991
#1 Movie
Terminator 2: Judgment Day
Best Picture
The Silence of the Lambs
#1 TV Show
Cheers
Ciara's Life & Times
The world at every milestone
1991Born
Soviet Union dissolves; World Wide Web goes public
Gas: $1.14/galHome: $82,400Min wage: $4.25/hrPresident: George H.W. Bush"(Everything I Do) I Do It for You" — Bryan AdamsBest Picture: The Silence of the Lambs
1996Started school
Dolly the sheep cloned
Gas: $1.23/galHome: $99,700Min wage: $4.75/hrPresident: Bill Clinton"Macarena" — Los del RioBest Picture: The English Patient
2004Became a teenager
Indian Ocean tsunami kills over 230,000
Gas: $1.88/galHome: $157,300Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: George W. Bush"Yeah!" — UsherBest Picture: Million Dollar Baby
2007Could drive
iPhone released; Great Recession begins
Gas: $2.80/galHome: $172,600Min wage: $5.85/hrPresident: George W. Bush"Irreplaceable" — BeyonceBest Picture: No Country for Old Men
2009Could vote
Michael Jackson dies; Bitcoin created
Gas: $2.35/galHome: $148,500Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Barack Obama"Boom Boom Pow" — The Black Eyed PeasBest Picture: The Hurt Locker
2012Turned 21
Curiosity rover lands on Mars; Sandy Hook shooting
Gas: $3.64/galHome: $143,200Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Barack Obama"Somebody That I Used to Know" — GotyeBest Picture: Argo
2021Turned 30
January 6 Capitol breach; COVID vaccines roll out globally
Gas: $3.01/galHome: $298,900Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Joe Biden"Levitating" — Dua LipaBest Picture: CODA
2026Age 35 today
Gas: $3.91/galPresident: Donald Trump
Key Achievements
- Portrayed Gia Moran, the Yellow Ranger, in the globally broadcast 'Power Rangers Megaforce' and 'Super Megaforce' series.
- Won the title of Miss California Teen USA in 2008, using the platform to transition into an acting career.
- Starred as the lead, Nicole Parker, in the Syfy channel original movie 'Blood Lake: Attack of the Killer Lampreys.'
Did You Know?
She is a trained dancer, having studied ballet, jazz, and hip-hop for over 15 years.
Before acting, she worked as a model and appeared in commercials for brands like K-Swiss and Hot Topic.
She is an avid animal lover and has volunteered with animal rescue organizations.
“I went from wearing a crown to fighting monsters in a spandex suit.”
