Naya Rivera
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Naya Rivera is an American actress and singer. She is best known for playing the role of Santana Lopez on the Fox television series Glee (2009–2015), for which she won a Screen Actors Guild Award in 2010. She was signed to Columbia Records as a solo artist in 2011 and released her debut single “Sorry” on September 17, 2013, featuring rapper Big Sean. She was also in the music video of the B2K”s song “Why I Love You.” She played Felipa Jonas in the 2017 comedy film Mad Families. Born Naya Marie Rivera on January 12, 1987 in Santa Clarita, California, USA, to Yolanda and George Rivera, she belongs to Puerto Rican, African American, and German descent. She has two younger siblings, a sister named Nickayla, and a brother, Mychal. At age four, she had her first acting role on the TV series The Royal Family and made her film debut in 2009″s Frankenhood. She married Ryan Dorsey in 2014, and the couple had a son named Josey Hollis Dorsey in 2015 before getting divorced in 2018. | |
Naya Marie Rivera Personal Details | |
Family / Birth / Real Name: | Naya Marie Rivera |
Nicknames: | Nay Nay, Nougat, Nay Nay Rivers, N”Nay, Bee |
Date of Birth: | 12 January 1987 |
Birthplace: | Santa Clarita, California, USA |
Nationality: | American |
Race / Ethnicity: | Mixed (1/2 Puerto Rican, 1/4 African American & 1/4 German) |
Religion: | Christian |
Occupation / Job(s): | Actress, Singer, Model |
Gender: | Female |
Zodiac / Birth Sign: | Capricorn |
Sexual Orientation: | Bisexual |
Naya Marie Rivera Family Details | |
Father: | George Rivera |
Mother: | Yolanda Rivera |
Siblings: | Mychal Rivera (Younger Brother), Nickayla Rivera (Younger sister) |
Marital Status: | Married |
Spouse: | Ryan Dorsey (m. 2014–2018) |
Children Name: | Josey Hollis Dorsey (Son) (Born: September 17, 2015) |
Naya Marie Rivera Body Measurements | |
Height in Feet: | 5′ 5″ |
Height in Meters: | 1.65 m |
Overall Body Weight in Kilogram: | 53 kg |
Overall Body Weight in Pounds: | 117 lbs |
Body Build / Type: | Slim |
Bra Size: | 34C |
Feet/ Shoe Size: | 8.5 (US) |
Body Measurements: | 35-25-34 in (89-63.5-87 cm) |
Breast Size: | 35 inches (89 cm) |
Waist Size: | 25 inches (63.5 cm) |
Hips Size: | 34 inches (87 cm) |
Eye Color: | Dark Brown |
Hair Color: | Black |
Dress size: | 8 (US) |
Naya Marie Rivera Distinctive Features | |
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Naya Marie Rivera Education | |
Valencia High School, Santa Clarita, CaliforniaValencia High School, Santa Clarita, California | |
Naya Marie Rivera Brand Endorsements | |
As a child, she appeared in the Kmart commercials.
She became the face of Proactiv Solution in December 2011. ReligionChristianity Best Known ForPlaying the role as Santana Lopez, a high school cheerleader, on Fox’s teen musical comedy-drama television series, Glee from 2009 to 2015 As a SingerNaya Rivera gained her exposure as a singer, dancer and actor, all on Glee. Her performances had received much recognition and praise from the viewers. She had also received nominations and was included in the many “Best Of†lists. On September 17, 2013, she released her debut single “Sorry†with Big Sean digitally. First FilmShe debuted with the 2009 movie Frankenhood for her role as Hottie. By mistake, her role was credited as “Naya Maria Riveraâ€. First TV ShowFrom 1991 to 1992, she appeared in the American sitcom The Royal Family for her role as Hillary Winston. Naya was 4 years old at that time. Personal TrainerDue to her role as a cheerleader in Glee, Naya’s legs and butt were always visible. So, she always tried to make sure that her assets look good. She did squats for them. Rivera also used to do side planks and traditional planks for her abs because she hated crunches. She worked out and focussed on eating veggies and chips. By leaving pizzas and cheeseburgers, she got the right to flaunt her slim body. Naya Rivera Favorite Things
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Naya Marie Rivera Interesting Facts | |
*She was born on January 12, 1987 in Santa Clarita, California, United States. *She started her career as a child actress and model, appearing in national television commercials. *She is left-handed. *She is an avid reader and dedicates time to various charitable organizations. *She ranked #61 in 2010, #43 in 2011 and #27 in 2012 in Maxim”s Hot 100 list. *In 2011, she was named number one on AfterEllen”s Hot 100 list. *She has six tattoos. *She was once engaged to rapper Big Sean. *In November 2017, she was arrested and charged in Kanawha County, West Virginia with domestic battery against her future ex-husband Dorsey after she allegedly hit him in the head and face. *Visit her official website: www.nayarivera.com |
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