Rebecca Dayan

Rebecca Dayan (born April 17, 1984) is a French actress, model, artist, and activist. She started her career in fashion and theatre in Paris and later moved to New York City to pursue screen acting. Dayan gained recognition for her role in the 2017 film Novitiate. She is best known for portraying Elsa Peretti in the 2021 Netflix miniseries Halston. Raised in her parents' hotel in Saint-Paul-de-Vence, she developed a passion for acting at a young age. Dayan studied art and theatre at the Villa Thiole fine arts school in Nice before moving to Paris. With a culturally-focused upbringing, she draws inspiration from films and artists. Dayan's work spans across various mediums, including acting, modeling, and painting.