Klariza Clayton

Biography

Klariza Clayton is an English actress recognized for her performances in various television series. She is best known for her role as Sam in the children's show Dani's House and as Karen Mcliar in the acclaimed teen drama Skins. Currently, she portrays Joy Mercer in the Nickelodeon series House of Anubis, a Belgian/American/British teen drama mystery. Born in Hong Kong and raised in London, Clayton is of half-Filipino and half-English descent. She began her acting career in 2007 with a minor role in CBBC's Young Dracula and later appeared alongside Academy Award winner Michael Caine in the film Harry Brown. Additionally, she guest-starred as Lian in the BBC soap opera EastEnders. Clayton has three older brothers and attended Riddlesdown High School. She maintains a close friendship with her House of Anubis co-stars Tasie Dhanraj and Ana Mulvoy Ten.