Andria Tayeh

Andria Tayeh
أندريا طايع
Tayeh in 2021
Born (2001-05-09) 9 May 2001
Amman, Jordan
Alma materLebanese American University
Occupations
  • Actress
  • model
Years active2020 – present
Known forAlRawabi School for Girls

Andria Tayeh (Arabic: أندريا طايع‎; born 9 May 2001)[1] is a Jordanian actress and model of Lebanese descent, known for her role as Mariam in the Netflix miniseries AlRawabi School for Girls (2021–2024).

Early life and education

Andria Tayeh was born in Amman Jordan to a Lebanese father and a Jordanian mother.[2] Growing up, Tayeh developed a wide range of interests, including basketball and dance, which she later pursued at a professional level. She pursued a degree in business at the Lebanese American University, located in Beirut.[3]

Career

Tayeh's acting debut came in the television series AlRawabi School for Girls that started in 2021. During her audition, she opened up to director Tima Shomali about her experiences with bullying at school. Shomali, impressed by Tayeh's genuine and emotional performance, decided that Tayeh would be a better fit for the lead role. Tayeh re-auditioned for the role and successfully landed the part. The success of the series led to her becoming an instant star across the Middle East.[4][5] The series premiered worldwide on Netflix on 21 August 2021.[6] She also starred in the romantic comedy miniseries The Name Doesn't Matter[7] and the German film Mond, directed by Kurdwin Ayub.[8]

In addition to her acting career, Tayeh is a figure in the fashion and beauty industries. She has worked with numerous global brands, becoming the global face of Sephora[9]and the Middle East Ambassador for Armani Beauty.[10][11] Tayeh was also the first Middle Eastern Ambassador for Kérastase.[12] Her high-profile work includes campaigns for brands like Adidas Originals,[13] Dior, Prada, Miu Miu, Fendi, and Loewe.[14]

Credits

Year Title Role Notes Ref
2021–2024 AlRawabi School for Girls Mariam Miniseries
2024 Mish Mohem El Esem (The Name Dosent Matter) Lara Miniseries [7]
Mond Nour Feature film [8]

References

  1. ^ "ndria Tayeh stays true to herself: 'I embrace everything I am'". Dana Sharawneh. 6 October 2023. Retrieved 6 October 2023.
  2. ^ "Andria Tayeh's Unique Path Towards Being An adidas Original". harpers bazaar arabia. Dana Sharawneh. 18 October 2023. Retrieved 18 October 2023.
  3. ^ "Andria Tayeh". Viennale. Retrieved 27 May 2025.
  4. ^ Mullally, William (11 August 2021). "One-on-one with the creator of Netflix's new Arabic original 'AlRawabi School for Girls'". Arab News. Retrieved 12 August 2021.
  5. ^ Doha (13 November 2021). "'AlRawabi School for Girls' stars highlight the show's honesty". Gulf Times. Retrieved 27 May 2025.
  6. ^ Kumar, Shyama (31 July 2021). "Netflix drops first trailer of Arabic Original production, 'Al Rawabi School for Girls'". Gulf News. Retrieved 12 August 2021.
  7. ^ a b "Andria Tayeh to Star in New Romantic Comedy Series 'The Name Doesn't Matter'". www.harpersbazaararabia.com. 30 April 2024. Retrieved 27 May 2025.
  8. ^ a b "AlRawabi School for Girls actress Andria Tayeh announces new movie". Al Bawaba. Retrieved 27 May 2025.
  9. ^ "Andria Tayeh". imdb.
  10. ^ "Andria Tayeh named beauty ambassador for Giorgio Armani". Arab News. 7 February 2025. Retrieved 27 May 2025.
  11. ^ "Actress Andria Tayeh fronts Armani's latest campaign". Arab News. 1 March 2025. Retrieved 27 May 2025.
  12. ^ "Andria Tayeh tapped by French haircare brand Kerastase as first Mideast brand ambassador". Arab News. 15 February 2025. Retrieved 27 May 2025.
  13. ^ "Andria Tayeh stays true to herself: 'I embrace everything I am'". Cosmopolitan Middle East. 6 October 2023. Retrieved 27 May 2025.
  14. ^ "Actress Andria Tayeh fronts Armani's latest campaign". Arab News. March 2025. Retrieved 28 May 2025.