Kalina Ryu is an American adult film actress of mixed Welsh and Korean descent, born on December 15, 1984, in North Carolina. She grew up primarily in Florida after her family moved around frequently during her childhood. Active in sports like swimming, soccer, and softball in high school, she later attended college and worked briefly as a cocktail waitress. Ryu entered the porn industry in 2013 at age 29 after befriending performer Rachel Starr on a set where she was an extra.
Her debut was a lesbian threesome scene for BangBros. Known for her petite 5'4" frame and spunky Sagittarius personality, she has since collaborated with major studios including Brazzers, Evil Angel, Jules Jordan, and Wicked Pictures. An artist who paints in her spare time, Ryu favors intense positions requiring strength and continues performing in a variety of hardcore scenes while balancing her creative pursuits.