Biography

Natanya Ross is one of the most notable child actresses of the 90's decade, most famous for her portrayal of Robyn Russo on The Secret World of Alex Mack. Natanya is originally from New York and moved out to Los Angeles with her mother to pursue her acting career after landing the role of Laura on the ABC series Billy which aired on the TGIF line up. Natanya went on to star in many films and television shows with memorable appearances on ER, Beverly Hills 90210, Step by Step, Boy Meets World and films such as The Babysitters Club, Bellyfruit, ShadowZone's Undead Express and Freaky Friday. Natanya won 2 Youth in Film awards for Best Supporting Actress for The Secret World of Alex Mack and Best Supporting Actress for The Babysitters Club and was nominated 3 years consecutively. Natanya was also nominated 3 years consecutively for the Young Star Awards as outstanding Supporting Actress in a television series for The Secret World of Alex Mack. In 2005 Natanya took time off of her career to further pursue education and other avenues in life, and as of 2016 has returned to acting with a new found passion and love for her art. Natanya has recently produced the reunion special of the 90's hit series and cult classic Nickelodeon show The Secret World of Alex Mack and completed a short film titled "Time inside' in 2017. As an adult now, Natanya returns to the screen with a hard hitting edge, shedding the image of her days as a child star. Natanya now resides in Los Angeles, CA and is 36 years of age.
- IMDb mini biography by: Jason Strickland Founder/ CEO In the Light Productions

Red Hair

Before being cast as Robyn Russo on The Secret World of Alex Mack (1994), she had auditioned and screen tested so many times for the role of Alex and then for Annie, the sister and because they loved her, they wrote the part of Robyn just for her with 3 episodes in mind. Ultimately, she was offered a recurring role.

Auditioned for the role of Kim in Flipper (1996), but was turned down.