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Aly Mang was born on January 19th, in New York, NY. 

 

She is a multi-dimensional artist; as a SAG-AFTRA Actress, with professional training and experience in Musical Theater, TV, Film, Commercials, Modeling, and is a Multi-Award Winning, "Best Actress" , "Best Female Filmmaker", "Best Director" & "Best Film" Award Winner for her two short-films "Roaring Tides"  (2017-2018) and "The Beginning," (2021-2024) as well as a registered and published Singer/Songwriter with BMI. 

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RECENT AWARDS:

• "BEST ACTRESS" 2019- Chelsea Film Festival

• "BEST FEMALE FILMMAKER" 2019- Best Shorts Competition

• "BEST NEW DIRECTOR" - 2018 NY Chain Film Festival

• EMMY NOMINATED, "Best Short Form Variety Series"- "Making A Scene with James Franco, Season 2," series cast member

• "BEST FILM WINNER" 2024- Grove Film Festival

• "BEST ACTRESS" 2024- NY Actor & Director Awards

• "BEST ACTRESS" Finalist 2024- Her Vision INTL Awards

• "BEST DIRECTOR" 2024- Chicago Filmmaker Awards

• "FILM SEMI FINALIST" 2024- Brooklyn INTL Short Film Festival

• "FILM SEMI FINALIST" 2024- Chicago Filmmaker Awards

• "BEST ACTRESS" Nominee 2024- Grove Film Festival

• "BEST HOME GROWN FILM" Nominee 2024- Grove Film Festival

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​​​BIOGRAPHY:

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Aly Mang is an award-winning actress, filmmaker, and creator whose versatility and passion for storytelling have made her a rising star in the entertainment industry. 

 

Her second short film, "The Beginning," has received critical acclaim on the festival circuit, earning Aly awards for Best Actress, Best Director, and Best Film. 

 

With a dynamic range that spans from heartfelt drama to sharp comedy, Aly continues to push boundaries as she works on two new comedy TV projects, "Typecast" and "InGeniuses."

 

Early Years

 

Born in New York City, Aly’s artistic journey began with her father, Jeffrey, a Broadway and TV actor, who inspired her love of the arts. At just five years old, Aly started formal training in acting, singing, and dancing at Weist Barron Studios and the Lee Strasberg Theatre & Film Institute in NYC. By her teenage years, she had taken leading roles in school productions, including, Lucy in "Jekyll & Hyde" and Alice in "Alice in Wonderland."

 

Aly honed her craft at the prestigious Paper Mill Playhouse Musical Theater Conservatory, where she starred in productions such as "South Pacific" (Nellie) and "On A Clear Day You Can See Forever" (Daisy Gamble) as part of the “New Voices” Summer Concert Series. Alongside her creative pursuits, Aly excelled as an athlete, leading her softball team as a catcher and captain, and played field hockey, basketball, while also serving as Class President for three consecutive terms.

 

Education and Early Career

 

Aly graduated Magna Cum Laude from Northeastern University with a dual major in Business Administration. While in college, she became a proud member of Alpha Epsilon Phi Sorority, serving as Philanthropy Chair for the Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation. After graduation, Aly joined Goldman Sachs, where she thrived in the Prime Brokerage division and was fast-tracked to an Associate-level role during her four-year tenure.

 

Despite her success in finance, Aly was drawn back to her first love—acting. She left her corporate career to study at James Franco’s Studio 4 NYC, where she trained in the Meisner Technique and worked closely with Franco in multiple episodes of his Emmy-nominated season, Making A Scene. She later joined his NYC Master Class, where she learned the art of making a feature-length anthology film. This education and experience inspired her to expand from her typical role of Actress to writer, director, and producer of her own work.

 

Acting and Filmmaking Career

 

Aly’s acting career quickly gained momentum, with featured roles in acclaimed projects such as John Wick 2, The Get Down, Younger, Vinyl, and The Deuce. She also worked directly with Academy Award-winning actress Olympia Dukakis and trained in comedy at NYC’s Upright Citizens Brigade, leading to featured appearances in Saturday Night Live sketches.

 

As a filmmaker, Aly made her directorial debut with "Roaring Tides," a heartfelt short film that earned recognition at numerous film festivals, including the Chelsea Film Festival and the NYC Chain Film Festival, where she was awarded Best Actress and Best New Director. Her follow-up film, "The Beginning," marks a bold step forward, blending personal experiences with universal themes of resilience and empowerment.

 

Beyond the Camera

 

Aly is also the face of NYC-based fashion line Hailey Lyn for Nordstrom and has appeared in campaigns for major brands such as Rebecca Taylor, Jovani, Of Mercer, The Renwick, Hilton Hotels and NFL Films.

 

When not acting, Aly dedicates her time to empowering young women. She is the founder of The Balanced Beauty LLC, a holistic health coaching business that inspires women to make healthy, confident choices. She is also an active supporter of The Pink Agenda, a nonprofit raising funds and awareness for breast cancer research—a cause deeply personal to Aly, who lost her mother to the disease at a young age.

 

Vision and Philosophy

 

Aly’s work is rooted in her belief that art has the power to inspire and heal. Whether through her films, advocacy, or mentorship, she strives to bring authenticity and heart to every project. With her unique blend of creativity, professionalism, and fearless determination, Aly Mang is not only a storyteller but also a force for positive change in the world.

 

For Aly, the journey is just beginning, and her greatest passion lies in bringing new, meaningful stories to life.

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Social: @aly_mang / @thebeginning_shortfilm

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