Keyla Monterroso Mejia Biography: Net Worth, Age, Films, Husband, Instagram, Wiki

Keyla Monterroso Mejia is an American actress and comedian. She rose to prominence through her breakout role as Maria Sofia Estrada in HBO’s Curb Your Enthusiasm.

She is also widely recognized for portraying Ashley Garcia in Abbott Elementary and Gloria in Netflix’s Freeridge.

Her growing career includes appearances in The Studio, Running Point, Acapulco, Suncoast, One of Them Days, and You’re Cordially Invited.

Keyla Monterroso Mejia
Wiki Facts & About Data
Name:	Keyla Monterroso Mejia
Born:	February 26, 1998 (age 28 years old)
Place of Birth:	Hawthorne, California, United States
Nationality:	American
Ethnicity:	Guatemalan and Mexican descent
Height:	5 feet 1 inch (155 cm)
Religion:	Christianity
Parents:	Mr and Mrs Mejia
Occupation:	Actress, Comedian
Net Worth:	$1 million

Early life and Education

Keyla Monterroso Mejia was born on February 26, 1998, in Hawthorne, California, and spent her childhood in California’s Inland Empire. She was raised by her parents, Mr and Mrs Mejia, whose families originated in Guatemala and Mexico.

Growing up in a Latino household, she developed a passion for storytelling and performance at a young age.

There is no information about her siblings. During her teenage years, she transferred to a performing arts high school before completing her education through homeschooling to focus on pursuing an acting career. Her religion is Christianity.

Career

Keyla Monterroso Mejia began her professional acting career in 2021 with the Disney+ Launchpad short film Growing Fangs. That same year, she landed what was originally intended to be a one-episode appearance as Maria Sofia Estradain HBO’s Curb Your Enthusiasm.

Her hilarious performance impressed the show’s creators so much that her role was expanded into a recurring character, earning widespread praise from critics and audiences alike. She also appeared in Netflix’s On My Block, paving the way for a leading role in its spin-off series Freeridge.

Following her breakout success, Mejia joined the cast of ABC’s hit sitcom Abbott Elementary as Ashley Garcia, where her comedic timing once again received positive reviews. She continued expanding her résumé with performances in the films The Estate, Suncoast, One of Them Days, and You’re Cordially Invited.

In 2025, she appeared in Apple TV+’s The Studio, Netflix’s Running Point, and the fourth season of Acapulco. Recognized as one of Hollywood’s fastest-rising comedy talents, she was also named to Forbes 30 Under 30 – Hollywood & Entertainment in 2026.

Awards and nominations

• Forbes 30 Under 30 – Hollywood & Entertainment (2026)
• Imagen Awards – Emerging Talent Recognition
• Rising Star recognition for her performances in Curb Your Enthusiasm and Abbott Elementary

Social Media

• Instagram: @keylamonterrosomejia
• TikTok: @keylamonterrosomejia

Personal Life

Keyla Monterroso Mejia is single. At 28 years old, there is no information about her past relationships. She does not have any children. Her height is 5 feet 1 inch (155 cm).

She enjoys stand-up comedy, writing comedy sketches, travelling, watching classic sitcoms, and spending time with her family.

She has also spoken about being proud of her Guatemalan and Mexican heritage and hopes to inspire greater Latino representation in the entertainment industry.

Net Worth

Keyla Monterroso Mejia has accumulated a net worth of $1 million USD.

Her income comes from acting in television series and films, performing comedy, streaming productions, brand collaborations, and other entertainment-related projects.

Filmography

Film

• Whitina (2021) – Short film
• The 90 Day Plan (2021) – Short film
• The Estate (2022)
• Aguanta (2022) – Short film
• Suncoast (2024)
• What to Expect (2024) – Short film
• One of Them Days (2025)
• You’re Cordially Invited (2025)

Television

• Launchpad (2021)
• On My Block (2021)
• Curb Your Enthusiasm (2021–2024)
• Boo, Bitch (2022)
• Abbott Elementary (2022–2026)
• Freeridge (2023)
• Running Point (2025)
• The Studio (2025–present)
• Last Week Tonight with John Oliver (2025)
• Acapulco (2025)