Tanya started acting as the result of a friendly dare, which brought out natural instincts for the craft and she hasn’t looked back. Since starting in 2014 she has been cast in over twenty-five films, two television series, six theatre productions, plus various commercials and music videos. Most recently, All Joking Aside, directed by Shannon Kohli (Supergirl, ShadowHunters, Van Helsing, You, Motherland) Cinequest New Visions Award Winner and Soccer Mom Madam on Lifetime, directed by Kevin Fair.
Her first solo-written/directed short film, Wallpaper, is currently entering the festival circuit. She made her commercial Directing Debut with the Winter Arts Festival TV commercial for the City of Perth, which she also wrote, choreographed and performed in.
Her multicultural heritage and diverse upbringing allows Tanya to play a broad spectrum of roles and appeal to a wide range of audiences.
Since discovering this passion, Tanya has submerged herself into acting courses and a magnitude of training around the world. In her endless quest for continuous improvement, she completed Atlantic Acting School's Summer Intensive Program in New York and has been recently honing her skills with renowned coach, Andrew McIlroy.
Tanya has a strong background in dance, she speaks Chinese (Mandarin) and some Spanish, is an advanced scuba diver, freediver, rides a motorbike, is highly adaptable and also trains in stunts.
Her strong work ethic and enthusiasm ensures her utmost dedication to every role.
Known For

Amorous
Nikki
2024

Slasher Squad
News Reporter and Katy (voice)
2022

Heart of the Matter
Brenda Lopez
2022

Yellowjackets
Emilia Matthews · (2 episodes)
2021

Schmigadoon!
Barfly Singer · (1 episode)
2021

Secrets of a Gold Digger Killer
Stacey
2021

Soccer Mom Madam
Tina
2021

A Love to Remember
Cami
2021

All Joking Aside
Kim
2020

Wrong Night Stand
Eve
2018

The Good Doctor
Dalia · (1 episode)
2017

Can't Win. Do Try.
Melisa
2016