Regan Aliyah

About

Multi-hyphenate artist whose talent and authenticity shine across every screen and stage she steps onto. An actress, rapper, entertainer, and cultural trendsetter, she has carved out a unique space in entertainment by blending her magnetic screen presence with her undeniable performance energy. She is best known for her role as Juliana in Netflix's hit series XO, Kitty, and as the magical Zelma Stanton in Marvel's Disney+ series "Ironheart." As a rapper and musician, she channels her voice into music that is bold, conscious, and unapologetically real. As half of the sister duo, RYBE, she brings undeniable star power and witty lyricism to the "rhythm & vibe" sound. A performer since her youth, she honed her skills through dance, music, and acting, ultimately building a career that reflects her creative versatility. Beyond her artistry, she is passionate about uplifting her community, amplifying underrepresented voices, and inspiring young people to embrace their individuality. With charisma, creativity, and drive, her artistic expression embodies the wisdom, grace and boldness of classic game-changing artists that predate her, and she continues to redefine what it means to be a true entertainer of this generation.

Before fame

She first began performing in third grade and with the help of her mother and sister, she began winning numerous dance and drill team competitions. 

Trivia

Her acting career has also led her to land lead roles in shows like XO Kitty, on Netflix, and Marvel's Ironheart. She and her sister Ryan formed the musical duo RYBE, and they made their name by putting on energetic performances and sending empowering messages through their music. Regan prides herself as a musician on her flow and prowess as a lyricist. 

Family life

She was born and raised in Los Angeles, California. She and her older sister, singer Ryan Asher were raised by their single mother, Adrienne Mari'ya Dennis. Her uncle is Paper Towns star Justice Smith, and the sisters are the granddaughters of the 80s funk group, Honey B's. She is a fourth-generation entertainer. Her other family members have worked with the likes of Michael Bolton and Janet Jackson.

Associated with

On Disney Channel's Make Your Mark, she performed alongside Zendaya Coleman, Ross Lynch, and Debby Ryan. She has also collaborated with the likes of Donald Glover (Childish Gambino), as well as companies like Nike and Chobani.