Chloe Dykstra

Chloe Frances Dykstra is an American cosplayer, host, actress, model, and digital producer born on September 15, 1988, in Los Angeles, California. She gained widespread recognition in pop culture communities through her intricate cosplay creations, hosting roles on prominent web series, and television appearances. Beyond her work in front of the camera, Dykstra has established a creative career behind the scenes as a writer, producer, and director across independent media, digital outlets, and commercial campaigns.

Early Life and Cosplay Career

Dykstra grew up immersed in the entertainment industry in Los Angeles as the daughter of Oscar-winning special effects artist John Dykstra. She developed a passion for gaming, science fiction, and pop culture at a young age, which eventually led her into the world of cosplay. Her elaborate character portrayals have included iconic figures such as Lara Croft from Tomb Raider, GLaDOS from Portal, Aela the Huntress from Skyrim, and Elizabeth from BioShock. Her visibility in the cosplay community opened doors to major media projects and established her as a prominent figure at pop culture conventions across the United States.

Hosting and Television Roles

In addition to character modeling, Dykstra built a prominent career as an online host and television personality. She produced and co-hosted the cosplay-focused web series Just Cos for Nerdist Industries on YouTube. She also joined the main cast of the Syfy reality television series Heroes of Cosplay, which documented the intense preparation and competition behind convention cosplaying. Over the years, Dykstra appeared on various popular web programs and podcasts, including Geek & Sundry's TableTop, as well as digital satire and gaming news outlets such as Hard Drive and SourceFed.

Acting, Producing, and Film Work

Dykstra's acting portfolio includes roles in major feature films, television shows, and indie projects. She appeared in movies such as Spider-Man 2 and Drag Me to Hell, and made guest television appearances in series like Wizards of Waverly Place and voice roles in BoJack Horseman. In addition to acting, she expanded into writing, producing, and directing independent short films and music videos. Her directorial short horror film How To gained festival attention, earning selections at Screamfest and HorrorHaus, alongside her work producing independent features like Free LSD.