Kara Petersen is an American stunt actress best known for her portrayal of the District 6 female tribute in the 2012 film, The Hunger Games, as well as several appearances in Disney and Nickelodeon sitcoms. She currently has been credited over 70 times since the start of her career. Petersen stands at four feet eleven inches, which has led her to be a double for many child actors. She has a background in both gymnastics and dancing, where she has also appeared as a gymnast and a body double in films and television about the sport.