★ HOW OLD IS SELENIS LEYVA?
Selenis Leyva is 54 years old, born May 26, 1972 in CU · Gemini.
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★ LEDE
About
Selenis Leyva broke through as Gloria Mendoza in Orange Is the New Black, the Netflix series that defined her career. Born in Cuba and raised in the US, she's since anchored Disney+ and NBC comedies. A Gemini with restless creative energy, Leyva has appeared in Spider-Man: Homecoming and other major films alongside her TV work.
★ FEATURE
Biography
Selenis Leyva is an American actress born May 26, 1972. She began her career in Off-Broadway productions before landing supporting television roles. Her breakthrough came as Gloria Mendoza in Orange Is the New Black, the Netflix comedy-drama that ran from 2013 to 2019. The role established her as a key ensemble player in prestige television. After that, Leyva starred in Disney+'s Diary of a Future President (2020–21) and the NBC sitcom Lopez vs Lopez (2022–25), anchoring both series. She has also appeared in feature films including Custody (2016), Spider-Man: Homecoming (2017), Breaking (2022), and Creed III (2023). As an actor, Leyva performs across film, television, and stage, bringing depth to both comedic and dramatic roles. Born a Gemini, she embodies the sign's adaptability across genres and mediums. Her career spans over two decades of diverse character work in major studio and streaming projects.
★ ORIGIN
Before Fame
Leyva began her professional acting career in Off-Broadway productions before transitioning to supporting television roles. This theatrical foundation preceded her breakthrough in mainstream television and film.
★ SIDEBAR
Trivia
- Leyva played Gloria Mendoza in Orange Is the New Black across seven seasons, becoming a fan-favorite character in the ensemble cast.
- She appeared in Spider-Man: Homecoming alongside Tom Holland, integrating into the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
- Her life-path number is 5, traditionally associated with freedom and adaptability—fitting for an actor navigating multiple genres and platforms.
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Numerology
LIFE-PATH NUMBER
The Free Spirit
Restless and adventurous. Selenis Leyva reinvent often: new sounds, new platforms, new cities. Expect career pivots over decades.
★ ALL LIFE-PATH 5 CELEBS →★ ASTROLOGY
Birthday compatibility
By Chinese zodiac — san-he trine for best matches, opposing pair for the most friction-prone.
HIGHLY COMPATIBLE
- IsaacMonkey · 2004
- Robbie UreMonkey · 2004
- Griffin GluckDragon · 2000
- Jade PettyjohnDragon · 2000
- Ruby StokesDragon · 2000
CHALLENGING
- Ádám SimonHorse · 1990
- Chris Colfer
★ FAQ
Frequently asked
- How old is Selenis Leyva?
- Selenis Leyva is 54 years old (born May 26, 1972).
- When is Selenis Leyva's birthday?
- Selenis Leyva was born on May 26, 1972.
- What is Selenis Leyva's zodiac sign?
- Selenis Leyva is a Gemini, born May 26, 1972.
- What is Selenis Leyva's Chinese zodiac sign?
- Selenis Leyva was born in 1972, the year of the Water Rat.
- Where is Selenis Leyva from?
- Selenis Leyva is from CU.
- What does Selenis Leyva do?
- Selenis Leyva is a actor.
- Is Selenis Leyva still alive?
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