Najiah Knight is a Native American athlete and actress who made history as one of the youngest and only female competitors on the Professional Bull Riders (PBR) junior circuit before crossing over into acting as Kayla Harris in Taylor Sheridan’s Paramount+ hit “The Madison.” Here’s everything to know about her age, background, and career.
Personal Information
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Najiah Knight |
| Date of Birth | Not publicly disclosed |
| Age | 19 Years (as of 2026) |
| Nationality | American (Paiute, enrolled member of the Klamath Tribes) |
| Profession | Professional Bull Rider, Actress |
| Platforms | Paramount+ (“The Madison”), Professional Bull Riders (PBR) |
| Known For | Competitive bull riding on the PBR junior/Touring Pro circuit; “The Madison” (Kayla Harris) |
| Net Worth | Not publicly disclosed |
| Spouse | Not publicly disclosed |
| Children | None |
Body Measurements
| Measurement | Details |
|---|---|
| Height | Not publicly disclosed |
| Weight | Not publicly disclosed |
| Body Measurements | Not publicly disclosed |
| Body Type | Athletic |
| Eye Color | Brown |
| Hair Color | Black |
Bio & Career
- Raised in Arlington, Oregon, Najiah is Paiute and an enrolled member of the Klamath Tribes.
- Introduced to bull riding by her father, Andrew Knight, after years of mutton busting and mini-bull riding as a young child.
- By age 13, she was one of the only girls competing on the PBR’s youth circuit and was profiled by Great Big Story for her rare place in the sport.
- Has spent years chasing the goal of becoming the first woman to compete at the top level of the Professional Bull Riders tour, competing in the 16-18 age division at the Junior World Finals.
- Signed with WME and was cast as Kayla Harris in Taylor Sheridan’s “The Madison” after spending two months training near the set to learn horsemanship and barrel racing for the role.
- Continues to split her time between rodeo competition and her growing acting career following the show’s breakout success.
“The Madison” (TV Series): Full Cast & Crew
“The Madison” is a contemporary Western family drama created by Taylor Sheridan for Paramount+. The series follows the Clyburns, a New York family who relocate to Montana’s Madison River valley after a life-changing tragedy, as they rebuild amid the sweeping backdrop of the American West. It premiered March 14, 2026, quickly became Sheridan’s biggest series debut, and has already been renewed through Season 3.
| Actor | Character |
|---|---|
| Michelle Pfeiffer | Stacy Clyburn |
| Kurt Russell | Preston Clyburn |
| Beau Garrett | Abigail Reese |
| Patrick J. Adams | Russell McIntosh |
| Elle Chapman | Paige McIntosh |
| Amiah Miller | Bridgette Reese |
| Alaina Pollack | Macy Reese |
| Ben Schnetzer | Van Davis |
| Kevin Zegers | Cade Harris |
| Rebecca Spence | Liliana Weeks |
| Danielle Vasinova | Kestrel Harris |
| Matthew Fox | Paul Clyburn |
| Najiah Knight | Kayla Harris |
| Tanc Sade | Dallas Reese |
| Malcolm Villaverde | Spur Lawton |
| Role | Name |
|---|---|
| Creator | Taylor Sheridan |
| Director (Season 1) | Christina Alexandra Voros |
| Composer | Breton Vivian |
| Executive Producers | Taylor Sheridan, David C. Glasser, John Linson, Art Linson, Ron Burkle, Bob Yari, David Hutkin, Michael Friedman, Christina Alexandra Voros, Michelle Pfeiffer, Kurt Russell |
| Network | Paramount+ |
Latest News – Najiah Knight (2026)
- “The Madison” became Taylor Sheridan’s biggest series debut ever, drawing more than 8 million views in its first 10 days and earning a renewal through Season 3.
- Najiah returns as Kayla Harris for Season 2, continuing to balance her acting schedule with competitive bull riding commitments.
- She has publicly credited co-stars Kevin Zegers, Amiah Miller, and Michelle Pfeiffer for welcoming her into the cast, calling her time on set “the best experience ever.”
- She remains active on the rodeo circuit, continuing her pursuit of becoming the first woman to compete at the top level of the Professional Bull Riders tour.
FAQs
Who is Najiah Knight?
Najiah Knight is a Native American professional bull rider from Arlington, Oregon, who plays Kayla Harris in Taylor Sheridan’s Paramount+ series “The Madison.”
How old is Najiah Knight?
She is 19 years old as of 2026; her exact date of birth has not been publicly disclosed.
Is Najiah Knight really a bull rider?
Yes. She has competed on the PBR’s junior circuit since childhood and has long pursued becoming the first woman to reach the top level of the Professional Bull Riders tour.
Who does Najiah Knight play in “The Madison”?
She plays Kayla Harris, a member of the Harris family in Taylor Sheridan’s Paramount+ series, a role she prepared for by training in horsemanship and barrel racing.
What is Najiah Knight’s net worth?
Her net worth has not been publicly disclosed.
Where can I follow Najiah Knight?
She is active on Instagram at @najiahknight.
