History of Erin Moriarty (actress) in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: May 20, 2026

Erin Moriarty is an American actress best known for playing Annie January/Starlight in the Amazon Prime Video series "The Boys". She has also appeared in other notable television shows, including "Jessica Jones," "True Detective," and "Red Widow." In addition to her television work, Moriarty has acted in films like "The Kings of Summer" and "Captain Fantastic," showcasing her versatility in both television and independent film projects.

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June 24, 1994: Erin Moriarty Born

On June 24, 1994, Erin Elair Moriarty was born. She is an American actress known for her role as Annie January / Starlight in 'The Boys'.

2005: Starred in Annie

In 2005, at age 11, Erin Moriarty starred as Annie in a community theater production of 'Annie'.

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September 2014: Named one of the best actors under twenty

In September 2014, Erin Moriarty was named one of the best actors under twenty years of age by IndieWire.

February 2015: Joined the cast of Jessica Jones

In February 2015, Erin Moriarty joined the main cast of Netflix's 'Jessica Jones'.

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November 2015: Jessica Jones released

In November 2015, the first season of 'Jessica Jones' was released on Netflix, with Erin Moriarty playing Hope, a college student.

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June 2016: Cast in The Miracle Season

In June 2016, Erin Moriarty was cast in the lead role in the LD Entertainment feature film 'The Miracle Season', along with Danika Yarosh and Helen Hunt.

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December 2017: Cast as Starlight in The Boys

In December 2017, Erin Moriarty was cast as Annie January / Starlight in 'The Boys', Amazon Studios' adaptation of Garth Ennis and Darick Robertson's comic book.

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July 2019: The Boys series released

In July 2019, 'The Boys' series was released, starring Erin Moriarty as Annie January / Starlight.

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September 2020: The Boys season 2 premiered

In September 2020, the second season of 'The Boys' premiered, starring Erin Moriarty.

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October 9, 2020: "Never Truly Vanish" released on soundtrack

On October 9, 2020, "Never Truly Vanish", an original song featuring Erin Moriarty's vocals from 'The Boys' second season, was released on the series' soundtrack.

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June 3, 2022: The Boys season 3 released

On June 3, 2022, the third season of 'The Boys', starring Erin Moriarty, was released.

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January 17, 2024: Megyn Kelly's statements about Moriarty

On January 17, 2024, journalist Megyn Kelly speculated that Erin Moriarty had plastic surgery, during a segment about plastic surgery.

January 26, 2024: Moriarty Denies Plastic Surgery Allegations

On January 26, 2024, Erin Moriarty denied having plastic surgery, denounced Megyn Kelly's statements as misogynistic harassment, and attributed changes in her appearance to natural aging, weight loss, and makeup. She also announced a break from Instagram.

February 3, 2024: Moriarty Returns to Instagram

On February 3, 2024, Erin Moriarty returned to Instagram, thanking her fans for their support after the controversy surrounding Megyn Kelly's statements.

March 2024: Cast in Lips Like Sugar

In March 2024, Erin Moriarty was cast in the neo-noir thriller 'Lips Like Sugar', alongside Woody Harrelson and Owen Wilson. Filming also began that month.

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June 13, 2024: The Boys season 4 premiered

On June 13, 2024, the fourth season of 'The Boys' premiered.

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May 2025: Diagnosed with Graves' disease

In May 2025, Erin Moriarty was diagnosed with Graves' disease. She started losing the ability to walk and was diagnosed shortly after filming episode 4 of The Boys season 5, and filmed episodes 7 and 8 while undergoing treatment.