Aviva Mongillo

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Summary

Aviva Mongillo is a Canadian actor and singer who has appeared in Backstage and Workin’ Moms and releases music as CARYS. Her acting work spans youth music drama, comedy, and thriller, while her songs often explore vulnerability and self-esteem. She has described “Princesses Don’t Cry” as a response to expectations that women should behave submissively or hide their emotions, and said she hopes her music empowers listeners. No public statements on party politics, DEI, or activism are on record.