Personal Details :
- Full Name: Indya Adrianna Moore
- Date of Birth: January 17, 1995
- Age: 30 (as of 2025)
- Birthplace: The Bronx, New York City, U.S.
- Nationality: American
- Ethnicity: Afro-Latinx (of Haitian, Puerto Rican, and Dominican descent)
- Gender Identity: Transgender, non-binary
- Pronouns: They/Them and She/Her
- Height: 5 ft 8 in (173 cm)
- Hair Color: Dark Brown
- Eye Color: Brown
- Profession: Actor, model, writer, producer, and activist
Social Media Presence :
- Instagram: @indyamoore
- Twitter/X: @indyamoore
- TikTok: @indyamoore
Career Overview :
Indya began their modeling career at age 15, booking shoots for high-fashion labels like Dior and Gucci. Despite resistance from the industry around body image and identity, they gained early momentum through runway appearances at New York Fashion Week and features in major fashion publications. While working on the set of “The Get Down,” Indya met ballroom icon José Xtravaganza, who encouraged them to audition for the indie film Saturday Church. Their performance as Dijon received critical praise and marked their entry into acting.
Their breakthrough came in 2017 when they were cast as Angel Evangelista in the FX series Pose. The show premiered in 2018 and received acclaim for having the largest transgender cast in a scripted series. Indya’s portrayal earned widespread recognition and helped bring visibility to trans women of color in mainstream media.
In 2018, they signed with IMG Models and William Morris Endeavor, becoming WME’s first transgender actor signing. Indya made history as the first transgender person to appear on the cover of the U.S. edition of Elle magazine in 2019. They also appeared in the film Queen & Slim and provided voice work for animated series such as Steven Universe Future.
Indya later starred in Escape Room: Tournament of Champions and voiced characters in Marvel’s Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur. They founded Beetlefruit Media, a production company focused on storytelling from marginalized communities, and are involved in multiple projects as an executive producer and creative lead.
In 2024, it was announced that Indya joined the cast of Netflix’s The Sandman Season 2, portraying the character Wanda. The series is scheduled for release in 2025.
Personal Life & Interests :
- Gender Identity: Indya identifies as transgender and non-binary. They use both they/them and she/her pronouns and have been open about their gender journey and the challenges faced within and outside the LGBTQ+ community.
- Early Life: Indya was raised in the Bronx, New York. They left home at the age of 14 due to transphobia and spent time in foster care. Despite these hardships, they pursued modeling and creative work at a young age.
- Advocacy: A vocal advocate for trans rights, racial justice, and gender equity, Indya uses their platform to address social issues and amplify the voices of marginalized communities.
- Creative Interests: Beyond acting and modeling, Indya is passionate about writing, fashion design, and filmmaking. They founded Beetlefruit Media to tell underrepresented stories through film and digital projects.
- Spirituality: They have spoken about their connection to spiritual practices, including ancestral traditions and holistic healing as part of their self-care and identity journey.
- Pets: Indya is an animal lover and has posted about their pet cats on social media.
Net Worth :
- Estimated Net Worth (2025): Approximately $3 million
- Primary Income Sources:
- Acting – Lead role as Angel in FX’s *Pose*, plus film roles in *Queen & Slim*, *Escape Room: Tournament of Champions*, and voice roles in animation
- Modeling – Work with major fashion houses including Dior, Gucci, and runway appearances
- Endorsements & Campaigns – Brand partnerships and activism-linked media presence
- Media & Production – Voice-over roles, production efforts through Beetlefruit Media
Awards & Achievements :
- 2019 – Cover of the Year (Daily Front Row Fashion Media Awards): Honored as the first trans person on the U.S. Elle cover and used the moment to honor Black trans women lost to violence by wearing earrings with their images
- 2019 – Time 100 Gala Honoree: Recognized among TIME’s “100 Most Influential” for her groundbreaking role on Pose
- 2019 – INOCA (International Online Cinema Awards): Won Best Supporting Actress in a Drama Series for her portrayal in Pose
- 2019 – Dorian Rising Star (GALECA): Nominated for “We’re Wilde About You!” Rising Star award
- 2019 – Black Reel Awards nomination: Nominated for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series for Pose
- 2020 – MTV Movie & TV Award: Won Best Kiss alongside Dominic Fike for Euphoria
- 2020 – Essence Black Women in Hollywood Honoree: Celebrated for significant contributions to media and representation
- 2025 – Independent Spirit Award Nomination: Nominated for Best Lead Performance for her role in Cuckoo
(information pending confirmation—see earlier summary).
Fun Facts :
- Indya was just 10 when they began modeling in New York City and was signed by an agency before their teenage years.
- They left home at 14 due to transphobia and lived in foster care while pursuing their career.
- Indya is fluent in Spanish and often speaks about the importance of Latinx and Afro-Latinx representation.
- They founded Beetlefruit Media to create and produce content that centers marginalized voices, particularly those of trans and queer people of color.
- Indya is an avid writer and enjoys screenwriting, having penned multiple projects through their production company.
- They have a deep interest in astrology and spiritual practices, which influence both their creative and personal life.
- Indya is passionate about animals and has shared moments with their pet cats on social media.