Iyana Halley, a Brooklyn native, is an acclaimed actress, producer, and performer on soundtracks. She has been gaining recognition in the entertainment world for her dynamic and captivating performances.
Her portrayal of Adult Annie in the popular show This Is Us, along with her roles in Abbott Elementary, Licorice Pizza, and Beast have brought her widespread recognition. Additionally, she is the daughter of Manny Halley, a thriving music manager and filmmaker.
Iyana Halley Bio Summary
Name: Iyana Halley
Age: 31 years old (2024)
Date of birth: January 27, 1993
Birthplace: Brooklyn, New York City, USA
Nationality: American
Father’s name: Manny Halley
Mother’s name: Yolanda Halley
Eye color: Brown
Hair color: Dark brown
Height: 5 ft 3 in
Weight: 52 kg
Early Life & Education
On January 27, 1993, Iyana Halley was born in Brooklyn, New York City to Manny and Yolanda Haley. She was brought up in a creative and artistic environment as her father managed renowned singers such as Keyshia Cole, Nicki Minaj, and Young Thug. She also has a sibling whose name is not disclosed publicly.
At a young age, Iyana acquired a passion for fashion and design through her grandmother, who taught her how to sew. She pursued this interest by attending the School of Professional Performing Arts in Manhattan, where she trained in acting, singing, and dance.
After graduating from there in 2011, Halley moved to Atlanta, Georgia to pursue her acting career. She joined the Atlanta Film Academy and participated in various acting classes and workshops to enhance her skills.
Career
In 2014, Iyana Halley entered the world of acting by starring in the short film, The Last Time. She went on to feature in various independent films such as The Perfect Sacrifice, The Last Time 2, The Last Time 3, and Best of Life. Additionally, she took on the role of Dennis in the web series, The Circle.
She moved to Los Angeles, California in 2016 to pursue her career aspirations. She quickly secured roles in commercials for McDonald’s and Wendy’s and earned the moniker “Taco Salad Girl”.
She had the opportunity to work with esteemed actors like Amy Adams, Sterling K. Brown, and Vivica A. Fox, as well as collaborate with well-known names such as Catalina Sandino Moreno.
She rose to fame in 2021 with her role as the adult version of Annie on the popular TV series This Is Us. In addition, she made guest appearances on various other shows such as Good Trouble, Law & Order: Special Victims Unit, On My Block, Partners in Rhyme, and Angel.
Her first appearance on the silver screen was in the 2021 movie Licorice Pizza, helmed by director Paul Thomas Anderson. This film, which tells the story of a young person growing up in the 1970s San Fernando Valley, has received high acclaim and several awards. She is also set to star in two upcoming films, Beast and Black Girl Missing.
In addition to her acting career, Iyana Halley is also involved in producing and creating music. In the year 2019, she co-produced the short film “Best of Life” and made a guest appearance on Abbott Elementary, where she sang “99 Bottles of Beer.”
Additionally, she runs her own company called Haus of Hailey, which specializes in unique clothing and makeup products.
Personal Life
Halley is not currently dating anyone, but there are rumors that she is in a relationship with a man she calls “secret racking.” This creates a sense of ambiguity surrounding Iyana’s romantic situation.
Net Worth
Iyana Halley’s net worth is approximately $3 million, accumulated through her career. Halley has accumulated her wealth through her extensive acting career. She is also known to model for various well-known brands and gets paid handsomely for brand collaborations.
