Malaya Rivera Drew's formative years were spent in a densely populated urban neighborhood within the nation's capital, Washington D.C., where she was raised alongside her two brothers. Her parents, both committed activists and lawyers, ensured that she received a public education, which instilled in her a strong foundation for her future endeavors.
As she transitioned into her teenage years, Malaya pursued her academic interests at Middlebury College, where she majored in English Literature and Theater. Her academic pursuits ultimately led her to the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Arts, where she enrolled in a graduate program focused on classical acting. However, her promising career took an unexpected turn when she was cast in the world premiere of Neil LaBute's The Distance From Here at the esteemed Almeida Theater in London, prompting her to leave her studies early.
Today, Malaya is a multifaceted artist, with a successful career spanning television, film, and theater. She currently resides in Los Angeles, where she continues to hone her craft and make a name for herself in the entertainment industry.
