NYA Biography
Nyachomba Muchai-Kinya, popularly known as Nya, is a Manhattan-based singer and Broadway performer who has left a lasting impression on American Idol Season 22. Born in Kenya, Nya grew up in Fort Myers, FL. She attended Cypress Lake High School in Fort Myers and went on to graduate from Lee University. She kickstarted her professional career at the French Woods Festival of the Performing Arts.
NYA’s Biography Summary
- Full Name: Nyachomba Muchai-Kinya
- Birthdate: November 10, 1995
- Age: 28 years old
- Parents: Sheila (mother)
- Hometown: Fort Myers, Florida
- Ethnicity: African with Kenyan roots
- Height: 5 feet and 7 inches (approximately)
- Education: Cypress Lake High
NYA Age | Birthday
Born on November 10, 1995, Nya is 28 years old as of April 2024. She celebrates her birthday on November 10th every year.
NYA Family
While talking about her origin and parents during an American Idol season 22 episode, Nya said: “My family came here from Kenya. My mom and dad weren’t together by the time I was born.” Nya’s parents are from Kenya. It’s unclear whether she was born in Kenya or Florida where she grew up.

NYA Height
The American Idol season 22 contestant, Nya stands at a height measurement of 5 feet and 7 inches (approximately).
NYA Fiancé
The soulful singer from American Idol Season 22, Nya, recently shared a heartfelt announcement on her Instagram. She revealed her engagement to J Thomas, a multi-talented Design Builder, Producer, and Critical Thinker.
American Idol Journey
Audition
- Nya auditioned in Los Angeles, delivering a soulful rendition of “Wait a Minute!” by Willow Smith.
- All three judges—Luke Bryan, Katy Perry, and Lionel Richie—voted “yes,” sending her to the next round.
Hollywood Week
- During Hollywood Week, Nya continued to shine.
- Her heartfelt performance of “(You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman” by Aretha Franklin, earned her a spot in the next round of American Idol.
Showstopper Round
- Nya performed “Get Ready” by The Temptations, which was good enough to advance her to the Top 24.
Top 24
- Nya was mentored by the talented Tori Kelly during the Group 1 performances of American Idol season 22 Top 24. Her rendition of “The Best” by Tina Turner resonated with viewers, earning her enough votes to be deemed “safe” for another week.
Top 20
- Nya, a talented contestant on American Idol season 22, delivered a soulful rendition of “Georgia on My Mind” by Ray Charles during Top 20 performances. Despite her heartfelt performance, she fell short of securing a spot among the Top 10 contestants, placing her in the Danger Zone. Undeterred, Nya returned with another powerful performance, this time singing “Water” by Tyla. The judges recognized her undeniable talent and made the crucial decision to save her from elimination, propelling her into the coveted Top 14 finalists.
How to Vote
Voting for Nya is easy! You can vote online at AmericanIdol.com/vote, through the American Idol app, or via text. Simply text Nya’s contestant number to “21523” during the voting window. Remember, you can vote up to 30 times per week – 10 times on each platform.
- Online Voting: Visit AmericanIdol.com/vote and cast your vote for NYA. You’ll need to create an ABC account if you haven’t already.
- American Idol App: Download the official American Idol app from the App Store or Google Play. Create an account and sign in. Click “Go to Vote Now,” find NYA, and assign the number of votes you wish to cast.
- Text Voting: Text the number assigned to NYA (shown on screen during the episode) to “21523.”
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