Who Plays Katniss's Sister in The Hunger Games
In The Hunger Games film series, Katniss Everdeen's younger sister Primrose is portrayed by actress Willow Shields. Shields appears as Prim in both The Hunger Games and its sequel Catching Fire, with a brief flashback appearance in Mockingjay Part 1.
Primrose Everdeen's Role in the Story
Primrose, commonly called Prim, is the younger sister of protagonist Katniss Everdeen. She is selected as the female tribute from District 12 during the 74th Hunger Games, which motivates Katniss to volunteer in her place. Prim's safety remains a central motivation throughout the series.
Willow Shields Before and After The Hunger Games
Before The Hunger Games, Willow Shields was known for her role as Summer on the television series Modern Family. After her portrayal of Prim, she continued acting in film and television and has discussed her experience on The Hunger Games in interviews, noting the impact of the franchise on her career.
