Zuleyka Silver has been serving realness as Audra on The Young and the Restless for the last three years. Audra Charles is a sharp and ambitious businesswoman who arrived in Genoa City with a secret agenda and a mysterious past. Throughout her tenure, Audra has been romantically involved with several men, including Noah Newman, Tucker McCall, and Kyle Abbott, using her relationships to further her strategic goals. Keep reading to find out other surprises fans may not know.
Born and Bred
Zuleyka was born in Tijuana, Baja California, Mexico and was raised in California starting at aged 7. She is first-generation Mexican American.
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Making Her Mark on Y&R
Silver, who laughs off Audra insults, first hit Genoa City beginning on September 22, 2022, when she debuted as Audra Charles on Y&R. To celebrate her third anniversary on the soap, she posted a heartfelt Instagram post.
The actress marked the occasion with a post on Instagram, writing, “Exactly three years ago today, I filmed my first Y&R scene. Where does time go?!! When I look back, I realize how much I’ve grown from that excited yet nervous woman who walked onto set that day—not knowing exactly what I was getting into. Still, I chose to rise to the occasion and gave it my all. Still do. I have learned so much along the way and wouldn’t trade this experience for anything!! So with all that being said—here’s a little Y&R dump to share and celebrate this moment with you all 🎉 I know Audra has y’all pulling your hair out right now (sometimes I want to yell at her, too🤭). But not all is lost haha. Truth is I really enjoy playing her and getting to know her more and more with every script. She’s so fun, flawed, but still has heart (somewhere deep down 😅). I appreciate all your support for this bad girl! Happy 3 years to me 🥂 salud!
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Pageant Star Turned Actress
Before her soap opera days, Silver competed in Univision’s reality show and beauty pageant Nuestra Belleza Latina in 2013.
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A Fighter On and Off Screen
Beyond the cameras, Silver is training in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, a martial art that focuses on grappling, ground fighting, and submission techniques. Known for its emphasis on skill over size, it’s a discipline that builds strength, resilience, and mental toughness — all qualities that Silver brings to her roles.
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Where Else Have You Seen Her
Zuleyka’s career stretches far beyond Genoa City. She has landed roles on hit shows such as 9-1-1, 90210, Big Time Rush, CSI, The Mentalist, Hawaii Five-0, and Young Sheldon.
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