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Daizha Moton
Singer • Actor • Musician • Producer • Writer • Artist • Filmmaker • Speaker • University of Houston Student – Digital Media Major, Technology Management Minor

Hi! My name is Daizha Moton. I’m a 21-year-old creative from Missouri City, TX. I’m currently a Dean’s List student at the University of Houston majoring in Digital Media and minoring in Technology Management. My passion for creativity, storytelling, and making a difference has fueled everything I’ve done since I was a little girl.

At just three years old, I was featured on Oprah’s Most Talented Kids for my photographic memory—something I still hold onto proudly. Today, I can recite all 257 countries, 46 U.S. presidents, and all 50 states in under three and a half minutes. One of my biggest goals is to be listed in the Guinness Book of World Records for this feat.

Since the age of four, I’ve been singing, acting, and playing piano. Over the years, I’ve added guitar, bass, clarinet, saxophone, violin and accordion to my musical toolkit. I’ve trained at Loan Star Acting Studio for film and commercials, studied with coaches from the Paige Parks School of Modeling and Acting, and trained musically at World Music School of Music. I also studied dance at Kids in Dance Studio and am signed with Pastorini Bosby Talent Agency.

I’ve appeared in short films, commercials, theater productions, and was featured in Gary Clark Jr.’s music video “This Land.” I’ve also been highlighted on Channel 2 News, CW 39 Morning Dose, and in local newspapers in Houston. I’ve performed at countless public events, including fundraisers like Saving the Children (Haiti Benefit Concert), Texas Children’s Music Festival, and Kickstart Kids Karate Organization, as well as events for Houston’s mayor, state representatives, congress members, and FBISD’s superintendent.

One of my most personal and exciting projects is my original children’s live-action show called Oh Put A Sock In It! It all started as a sock puppet assignment in a theater class, but the feedback was so overwhelming that I decided to turn it into a full show. I wrote the scripts, created the characters, filmed, edited, produced, and even performed all of the puppetry, voices, and acting myself. I also wrote all the songs, including the theme song, and designed the logo. I created 15 short episodes and filmed 8 to pitch the concept. They’re not perfect, but they clearly show the heart and purpose behind the show.

That work earned me attention from the former Chief Content Officer at Disney/Moonbug Entertainment, who called me back after reviewing my work and told me he loved the idea. He asked about my future plans while I was still just in 10th grade. Though he has since moved on from Disney and relocated to Israel, that moment showed me this dream is real. I also received interest from Brenda Gilbert, President of Bron Studios, before they closed their doors due to COVID. I know this project has great potential, and I’m actively looking for partners to help bring it to life. It’s more than a show to me....it’s a dream I’ve poured everything into.

In addition to my creative work, I’ve written six books for children and teens, composed over 90+ original songs, and taught myself music production. I also love to draw and often create portraits in my spare time. I began creating my own videos at age seven and have won multiple video competitions around Houston. I handle every aspect—from scripting, filming, and acting to editing, voiceovers, and original music—using the skills I’ve taught myself over the years.

I’ve received numerous awards in academics, oratorical speaking, and videography, and I’ve been honored with scholarships to institutions like The Glassell School of Art, California Institute of the Arts, and the New York Performing Arts Academy. I was inducted into the Junior National Honor Society and was asked to represent Texas in a National Oratorical Competition.

Faith and family are at the core of who I am. I love the Lord, and my biggest goal is to use every gift I’ve been given to uplift others. One day, I hope to start an organization that builds homeless shelters and provides free music classes to at-risk youth, because giving back is just as important to me as creating.

I’ve been told many times that I’m destined for greatness, but I’ve come to realize that true greatness is rooted in hard work, humility, and purpose. Being a star isn’t just about talent, it’s about character, consistency, faith, and a willingness to grow. My biggest dream is to be signed to a label and become the next major star out of Houston, and I’m committed to making that dream happen—one project, one performance, and one prayer at a time.