Ayden Mayeri

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Ayden Mayeri
Born (1990-01-10) January 10, 1990 (age 34)
Oakland, California, U.S.
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Years active2012–present
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Notable works and roles Cora Bora
Jackpot!
Somebody I Used to Know

Ayden Mayeri (born October 1, 1990) is an Iranian-American actress, comedian, and writer, known for her work in both television and film. She is best known for her role as Shadi in the Amazon MGM Studios film Jackpot! (2024) and for starring in the Peacock comedy series Mr. Throwback . Mayeri has also appeared in the films Somebody I Used to Know (2023), Confess, Fletch (2022), and I Love That for You (2022). She portrayed Blythe in Killing It (2022) and played a leading role in Cora Bora (2023). she had a recurring role in the television series Homecoming (2018).

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Early life

Ayden Mayeri was born on October 1, 1990, in Oakland, California, USA, She has mentioned in interviews that she has always had a passion for performing and comedy from a young age. Mayeri eventually moved to Los Angeles to pursue an entertainment career.She studied dramatic theater at California State University, Fullerton. [1]

Career

Television

Mayeri began her acting career in the early 2010s with minor roles in television shows. Her breakout came with appearances in TV series Harder Than It Looks. [2] She guest-starred in the popular Fox sitcom New Girl , which helped elevate her profile. Around the same time, she joined the cast of the Apple TV+ murder-mystery comedy The Afterparty, playing a memorable role as a pregnant mean girl who goes missing. [3]

In 2019, Mayeri appeared in multiple episodes of the critically acclaimed political satire Veep on HBO, She also made guest appearances on Larry David's iconic show Curb Your Enthusiasm . In 2024, Mayeri headlined the Peacock comedy series Mr. Throwback . [4] [5]

Film

Mayeri has also appeared in several films, typically in supporting roles that highlight her comedic abilities. She has worked alongside major stars and directors, demonstrating her adaptability across various genres. Mayeri was cast in starring film roles in Home Again (2017), Spin Me Round (2022), [6] [7] Confess, Fletch (2022), [8] Cora Bora (2023), [9] Grown Ups (2010), Random Tropical Paradise (2017), Into the Dark: Midnight Kiss (2019), Alex Strangelove (2018), Before You Know It (2019), Concerning the Bodyguard (2015), and We Are Your Friends (2015).

In August 2024, it was announced that she has been cast as Shadi co-starring with Awkwafina and John Cena for the Amazon MGM Studios 2024 film Jackpot!. [10]

Other work

In addition to her work on screen, Mayeri is also a writer and has contributed to various comedy sketches and digital content. She has worked with major comedy platforms and often collaborates with other comedians and writers in the industry. [3]

Personal life

Mayeri married her longtime partner, M. Miller Davis, who is a screenwriter and producer In 2018. [3] Mayeri is a fan of Stephen Curry. [11] [4]

Filmography

Film

YearTitleRoleNotes
2012 Argo Flight Attendance
The Confident Homeless ManGirlShort
Haven's PointSamShort
2013Co-OpSarahShort
Losing CaliforniaStephanieShort
Chastity Bites Pregnant Girl
2014The SuneaterNoraShort
SeparatedWomanShort
2015 We Are Your Friends Rich Girl
Concerning the BodyguardMistressShort
BodyReneeShort
The Dazzling Darling SistersBanana GirlShort
2016 Mike and Dave Need Wedding Dates Apartment Ayden
2017Random Tropical ParadiseJohanna Lacroix
2018 Don't Worry, He Won't Get Far on Foot Brenda
Alex Strangelove Hillary
2019 Before You Know It Celia
HeirloomCecilyShort
Marriage Story Make-Up Artist
ThirstyJoShort
2020 Wander Darkly Summer
2022 Spin Me Round Jen [6]
Confess, Fletch Griz
2023 Somebody I Used to Know Kayla
Cora Bora Riley
2024 Jackpot! Shadi

Television

YearTitleRoleNotes
2012Harder Than It LooksAydenMain Cast
2016 Life in Pieces TulipEpisode: "Pestilence War Famine Death"
Faking It PepperEpisode: "Third Wheels"
Awkward Foodie GirlEpisode: "Misadventures in Babysitting"
Comedy Bang! Bang! Cybernetic Dating RepresentativeEpisode: "The Lonely Island Wear Dark Pants and Eyeglasses"
2016-17RelevantAmal ClooneyRecurring Cast
2016-18 New Girl LeslieRecurring Cast: Season 6, Guest: Season 7
2017 Workaholics ArmyEpisode: "Faux Chella"
Downward Dog GwenRecurring Cast
Crazy Ex-Girlfriend CarlaEpisode: "Josh Is a Liar."
2018 Loosely Exactly Nicole EdiRecurring Cast: Season 2
Single Parents HeatherEpisode: "Pilot"
Homecoming ReinaRecurring Cast: Season 1 [12]
2019 Now Apocalypse AnandaEpisode: "Anywhere Out of the World"
Veep LaylaRecurring Cast: Season 7
Historical Roasts CleopatraEpisode: "Cleopatra"
A.P. Bio KateEpisode: "Kinda Sorta"
Into the Dark HannahEpisode: "Midnight Kiss" [13]
2020 Grace and Frankie SkyeRecurring Cast: Season 6
2022 The Afterparty Jennifer #2Recurring Cast: Season 1
I Love That for You Beth AnnMain Cast [14] [15]
Central Park VoiceRecurring Cast: Season 3
2023 History of the World: Part II Cave WomanEpisode: "I"
Killing It BlytheEpisode: "Help Me Pay My Bills"
Big Mouth Gabrielle (voice)Recurring Cast: Season 7
2024 Mr. Throwback Sam JudlowMain Cast

Music video

YearArtistSongRole
2018Punch Punch Kick"Licking My Wounds"Gladiator

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