Nazanin Mandi

Nazanin Aliza Mandighomi(/ˈnɑːzəniːn/NAH-zuh-NEEN; born  September 11, 1986), known professionally asNazanin Mandi, is an American actress, singer, model, and life coach.
Nazanin Mandi was born on September 11, 1986, inValencia, California.She is of Iranian, Mexican and Native American descent.
Mandi began her modeling career at the age of 10, after being scouted by a photographer at anIn-N-Out Burger.At age 15, Mandi performedMozart's Requiem, K.626atCarnegie Hallin New York City.During this time, Mandi attendedValencia High School,where she studiedjazzand classical music as a soloist in the institution'sVHS Choir, alongside actress Naya Rivera.Mandi graduated from Valencia High in June 2004.
Mandi was signed toWilhelmina Modelsin Los Angeles.She has modeled in print and digital editorials forVogue,MAXIM,GQ India,Esquire Malaysia,COMPLEX,WMB 3D,Modeliste,Bella Petite,TOKSICK,Galore,Allure,CosmoGirl,Sports Illustrated, andSeventeen.Her ad campaigns includeMicrosoft,Ecko Unlimited,Good American,Olay,Shiseido,PrettyLittleThing,Missguided,Savage X Fenty,CoverGirl, andSmashbox Cosmetics.
On March 25, 2017, Mandi launched a collaborative collection with swimwear line, Chynna Dolls.
After seeing an ad onFox Eleven News, Mandi's mother encouraged her to audition for theinaugural seasonof the music competition seriesAmerican Idol. At the age of 15, she made it to the top 35 before being kicked off for not meeting the minimum age requirement of 16.Three years later, Mandi made her acting debut with a guest appearance on theDisney Channeltelevision seriesThat's So Raven.In 2005, she auditioned and competed on theUPNtalent competition showR U The Girl.Vying for the opportunity to sing withTLC, Mandi made it to the top nine before being eliminated during the group performance round. Following a few stints in reality television—e.g.,Shahs of Sunset,The Platinum Life—and a couple guest star roles—i.e.,The Young and the Restless,Twenties—Mandi made her film debut in the 2020romantic comedyThe Last Conception.The film tells the story of an Indian-American lesbian who discovers she is the last hope of continuing her family's ancient bloodline. Mandi is also set to star in the  2021 horror filmDreamcatcher, produced bySamuel Goldwyn Films.
On July 25, 2019, Mandi released her debut single, "FOREVER MOOD", viaBillboard. The track was produced by Siviwe "The Code" Mngaza, and co-executive produced by Midian Mathers and her husband,Miguel.
In 2018, Nazanin became a brand ambassador for fashion retailer,PrettyLittleThing.Two years later, she became an ambassador for online fashion label,Missguided.In July 2020, Mandi was announced as a brand ambassador forRihanna'ssize-inclusivelingerie line,Savage X Fenty.In addition to modeling for the brand's Summer andValentine's Dayad campaigns,Mandi walked and performed alongside her husband,Miguel, in theSavage X Fenty Show Vol. 2on October 2, 2020—which premiered onAmazon Prime Video.
At the age of 18, Mandi met singerMiguelon the set of his first music video, "Getcha Hands Up".The two exchanged numbers after Mandi interviewed the singer for abehind-the-scenespromotional DVD.The couple announced their engagement on January 11, 2016,and married on November 24, 2018 atHummingbird Nest Ranch, inSimi Valley, California.Monique Lhuillierdesigned herwedding dress.In September 2021, the couple announced their separation,which they called off in January 2022.On October 4, 2022 Mandi filed for divorce citing irreconcilable differences.She is a cousin ofArienne Mandi.
In addition to inspiring Miguel'sGrammy-winning single, "Adorn",Mandi has stated that her debut single, "FOREVER MOOD", is a reply to Miguel's "All I Want Is You".
As ayoung adult, Mandi struggled withbody dysmorphia,depression,andanxiety—withpanic attacksas part of the latter.She openly discusses overcoming hermentalandeating disorder, to help promoteself-loveand encourage inclusive conversations regardingmental health.In August 2019, Mandi was featured inBET's "Body of Work" segment where she spoke about breaking adiet pillhabit and her journey towards healthy weight maintenance.In February 2020, Mandi announced she was becoming a life coach and had plans of developing a new self-empowerment platform.