Devyn A. Tyler

Devyn A. Tyler

34 · Born: May 7, 1991

Personal Details

BornMay 7, 1991 New Orleans, Louisiana, USA

Biography

Devyn's life story commences in the vibrant city of New Orleans, Louisiana, where she first took her first breaths and laid the foundation for a future that would be filled with artistic expression and academic excellence.

Her educational journey began in Houston, Texas, at the esteemed High School for the Performing and Visual Arts, where she honed her skills in the realm of theater, setting the stage for a lifelong passion.

Upon completing her secondary education, Devyn ventured to the esteemed Columbia University, where she pursued a Bachelor of Arts degree in French and Francophone Studies, further expanding her intellectual horizons and linguistic capabilities.

Throughout her academic tenure, Devyn's exceptional talents and dedication earned her a YoungArts Gold Winner recognition in the realm of theater, a testament to her outstanding artistic abilities.

In addition, she was awarded the prestigious Presidential Scholar in the Arts honor in the year 2009, a distinction that solidified her position as a standout in the world of the arts.

Career

2023
Snowfall
Snowfall as Veronique Turner
2022
Deep Water
Deep Water as Mary Washington
2021
Night Teeth
Night Teeth as The Concierge
Clarice
Clarice as Ardelia Mapp
2020
Unhinged
Unhinged as Mrs. Ayers
Antebellum
Antebellum as Melanie
Synchronic
Synchronic as Danika
2019
Out of Blue
Out of Blue as Stella Honey
The Purge
The Purge as Tonya
2018
Shock and Awe
Shock and Awe as Reporter #1
Cut Off
Cut Off as Kate Stone
2013
12 Years a Slave
12 Years a Slave as Margaret Northup (adult)
2010
The Gates
The Gates as Mia Mueller
2008
The Curious Case of Benjamin Button
The Curious Case of Benjamin Button as Queenie's Daughter Age 14
2007
The Great Debaters
The Great Debaters as Helen Farmer
2005
Now You See It...
Now You See It... as Linking Rings Girl