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Yaya DaCosta

Actress, Producer | 42 years

Key Facts

  • Height: 5 Feet 7 Inch
  • Age: 42 years
  • Date of Birth: November 15, 1982
  • Birth Country:USA
  • Birth Sign: Scorpio
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Known For

Take the Lead (2006, LaRhette, Movie)

The Butler (2013, Carol Hammie, Movie)

The Kids Are All Right (2010, Tanya, Movie)

In Time (2011, Greta, Movie)

Biography

Yaya DaCosta, a acclaimed Actress and Producer from USA, has carved a inspiring path in the entertainment world. Born on November 15, 1982, under the Scorpio zodiac sign, she brings a blend of precision and creativity to her performances. Standing at 5 Feet 7 Inch, Yaya DaCosta's presence is as inspiring as her talent.

Known for her versatility, Yaya DaCosta's Scorpio traits shine through in her ability to embody diverse roles. Her journey began in the dynamic creative landscape of USA, where she honed her skills in actress and producer. Whether on stage or screen, she captivates audiences with her authenticity and versatility.

At 42 years old, Yaya DaCosta's work reflects a deep passion for storytelling, shaped by her roots in USA. Her commitment to her art makes her a standout figure. Fans admire her unique perspective and ability to bring characters to life. Explore Yaya DaCosta's biography to learn more about this Scorpio star's inspiring journey and her impact on the world of entertainment.

Filmography

TitleYearCreditsRole
Not My Family: The Monique Smith Story 2025ActressMonique Smith
The Lincoln Lawyer 2023–2024ActressAndrea Freeman
Chicago Med 2015–2022ActressApril Sexton
Our Kind of People 2021–2022ActressAngela Vaughn
Chicago Fire 2015–2021ActressApril Sexton
Chicago P.D. 2017–2019ActressApril Sexton
Bolden 2019ActressNora Bolden
Peel 2019ActressSarah
Faith Under Fire 2018ActressKendra
The Nice Guys 2016ActressTally
The Simpsons 2015ActressPrincess Kemi (voice)
Whitney 2015ActressWhitney Houston
Unforgettable 2014ActressMolly McGinty
And So It Goes 2014ActressKennedy (as Yaya Alafia)
The Butler 2013ActressCarol Hammie (as Yaya Alafia)
Big Words 2013ActressAnnie (as Yaya Alafia)
Mother of George 2013ActressSade Bakare (as Yaya Alafia)
Dark Horse 2012ActressAmy
Tron: Uprising 2012ActressAdditional Voices (voice)
House 2011–2012ActressAnita
Weekends at Bellevue 2011ActressVanessa
Stand Off 2011ActressSophie
Shanghai Hotel 2011ActressKendra
In Time 2011ActressGreta
Body of Proof 2011ActressHolly Bennett
Lost and Found Short 2010Actress
Tron: Legacy 2010ActressSiren #3
Army Wives 2010ActressSpecialist Amber Stiles
Mercy 2010ActressBrooke Sullivan
The Kids Are All Right 2010ActressTanya (as Yaya Dacosta)
Law & Order: Special Victims Unit 2009ActressAudrina
Ugly Betty 2009ActressNico Slater
The Messenger 2009ActressMonica Washington
All My Children 2008ActressCassandra Foster
Racing for Time 2008ActressVanessa
Honeydripper 2007ActressChina Doll
Take the Lead 2006ActressLaRhette
Eve 2005ActressMs. Jenkins
Not My Family: The Monique Smith Story 2025Producerexecutive producer
Let's Stay Together 2011Producerproducer
Tamron Hall 2025SelfSelf
See It Loud: The History of Black Television 2023SelfSelf - Contestant - America's Next Top Model
Touré Show 2023SelfSelf - Guest
Turning the Tables with Robin Roberts 2023SelfSelf - Guest
Entertainment Tonight 2014–2021SelfSelf
The Real 2021SelfSelf
-Dash TV Series 2019SelfSelf
Made in Hollywood 2013–2019SelfSelf
Celebrity Page 2019SelfSelf
Inside Edition 2015SelfSelf
The Butler: Gag Reel 2014SelfSelf (as Yaya Alafia)
The Butler: An American Story 2013SelfSelf (as Yaya Alafia)
39th NAACP Image Awards 2008SelfSelf
E! True Hollywood Story 2006SelfSelf
2005 MuchMusic Video Awards 2005SelfSelf
America's Next Top Model 2004SelfSelf
Entertainment Tonight Canada 2017Archive FootageSelf from 2015 (archive footage)
Entertainment Tonight 2015Archive FootageSelf (archive footage)

Additional Information

AttributeValue
Full NameYaya DaCosta
ProfessionsActress, Producer
Birth CountryUSA
Birth DateNovember 15, 1982
Age42
Zodiac SignScorpio
Height5 Feet 7 Inch
Height (cm)170 cm
Height (m)1.7 m
Profile LinksFacebook, Instagram , IMDB
Overall Rank#3853

Rankings

Overall: #3853

By Country: #1478

By Age: #364