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Aya Cash

Aya Cash is an American actress known for her roles in television comedy and drama.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Aya Cash is an American actress known for her roles in television comedy and drama. She is best known for playing Gretchen Cutler in *You're the Worst* and Stormfront in *The Boys*. Born in San Francisco, California, she studied acting at the San Francisco School of the Arts and the University of Minnesota.

Early life and education

Aya Cash was born in San Francisco, California, and trained in acting at the San Francisco School of the Arts. She later earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Acting from the University of Minnesota in partnership with the Guthrie Theater Actor Training Program.

Career

Cash began her screen career with television guest roles before landing a lead role in *Traffic Light*. She later became widely known for her role as Gretchen Cutler in *You're the Worst* and as Clara Vought / Liberty / Stormfront in *The Boys*. Her television credits also include *Fosse/Verdon*, *The Girl from Plainville*, *The First Lady*, *Welcome to Flatch*, and *The Franchise*. Her film credits include *The Oranges*, *Sleepwalk with Me*, *Begin Again*, *The Wolf of Wall Street*, *Mary Goes Round*, *Scare Me*, *We Broke Up*, and *The Young Wife*.

Recognition

Cash received nominations for the Critics' Choice Television Award and the TCA Award for her work on *You're the Worst*. She also won a Critics Choice Super Award for her work associated with *The Boys*.

Personal life

Cash is married to writer and producer Josh Alexander. Some sources also identify her mother as poet and writer Kim Addonizio.

Key facts

  • Cash studied acting at the San Francisco School of the Arts and graduated from the University of Minnesota with a BFA in Acting through the Guthrie Theater Actor Training Program.
  • She first gained broad recognition for starring as Gretchen Cutler in *You're the Worst*.
  • She played Clara Vought / Liberty / Stormfront in *The Boys*.
  • Her television and film credits include a range of independent and mainstream productions, including *The Wolf of Wall Street*, *Begin Again*, and *Fosse/Verdon*.
  • She received nominations for the Critics' Choice Television Award and the TCA Award for her work on *You're the Worst*.
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Canadian context

Aya Cash has appeared in films and series that have screened at major Canadian festivals or involved Canadian industry interest, including *Mary Goes Round*, which premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival.[3]

Frequently asked questions

Who is Aya Cash?
Aya Cash is an American actress known for television roles in *You're the Worst* and *The Boys*.
What is Aya Cash's birth name?
Her birth name is Aya Rachel Cash.
When was Aya Cash born?
She was born on July 13, 1982.
What is Aya Cash best known for?
She is best known for playing Gretchen Cutler in *You're the Worst* and Stormfront in *The Boys*.
Is Aya Cash married?
Yes. She is reported to be married to Josh Alexander, with sources indicating a 2012 marriage.

References

  1. Wikipediahttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aya_Cash
    Supports: Birth name, birth date, education, major roles, awards, and selected filmography.
  2. Rotten Tomatoeshttps://www.rottentomatoes.com/celebrity/aya-cash
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, education, and early career summary.
  3. Broadway.comhttps://www.broadway.com/buzz/stars/aya-cash/profile/
    Supports: Recent and notable television and film credits, including *The Boys*, *The Franchise*, and *Welcome to Flatch*.
  4. French Wikipediahttps://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aya_Cash
    Supports: Birth name, nationality, spouse, and general biographical facts.
  5. IMDbhttps://www.imdb.com/fr/name/nm2251731/
    Supports: Spouse, date of birth, and selected notable works.
  6. Interview Magazinehttps://www.interviewmagazine.com/culture/aya-cash
    Supports: Family background and education.
  7. Japanese Wikipediahttps://ja.wikipedia.org/wiki/%E3%82%A2%E3%83%A4%E3%83%BB%E3%82%AD%E3%83%A3%E3%83%83%E3%82%B7%E3%83%A5
    Supports: Role details in *The Boys* and identification as an American actress.