At a glance, Angela Moore boasts a career with over 100 IMDb credits, 80+ of them being episodes of television in dozens of iconic series like Supernatural, Smallville, The Good Doctor, Riverdale, Supergirl, and Once Upon a Time to name a few. The bigger picture shows a career of life experiences, knowledge and constant learning applied to her craft. From her early years growing up in Canada to navigating the endlessly evolving entertainment industry, Moore shared the triumphs, challenges, and lessons of her career in an insightful conversation on Actors With Issues.
Born to Barbadian parents in England, Moore moved to Canada at just two years old. Raised in the Greater Toronto Area, she discovered her passion for acting early and pursued it with determination. Her first audition was for Degrassi High while still in high school. “It was an open call, and I made it through a couple of rounds,” Moore recalled. “My TV debut was playing a shy character who wore a mask… which was funny because I’m not really shy!” After a few years of auditions, extensive training was on the horizon as she had the opportunity to study at the American Academy of Dramatic Arts. “It was a big deal to me… My mother had to take out a bank loan to send me because we didn’t really have a lot of money, but she really wanted to help me fulfill my dream.”
Angela Moore’s early years also taught her to embrace the unpredictability of the industry. “You may be a big deal one moment and not the next,” she said. “That’s why I’ve always believed in staying humble, staying hustling, and never stopping learning.”
A self-proclaimed Stephen King fan, Moore’s love for horror aligns with her work on supernatural projects like Supernatural and Nancy Drew. Reflecting on her recurring role as Darlene Fowler on the latter series, she shared, “It started as a tiny role during the pandemic… I remember filming my audition in a hotel room while I was isolating for another film. I booked it and they ended up writing me into more episodes. It felt great to be a part of such a fun and creative show.”
Her experience on From taught her the importance of staying present, even in moments of silence. “Even if I’m not saying or doing anything, I stay engaged in the scene, listening and feeling,” she explained. This dedication to her craft has helped her create authentic and memorable performances, whether in dramatic moments or eerie, suspenseful scenes.
Moore reflected extensively on the dramatic shifts in the entertainment industry, particularly the rise of self-taping for auditions. “I think the most obvious change would be the whole self-taping thing,” she said. “We used to, you know, get in your car, drive to the casting office, find parking, rush upstairs, sign in, and see other actors. Now, it’s isolating. Actors had to learn to edit, find lighting, and figure out who to read with.” She noted the challenge of recreating the energy of in-person auditions. “I did much better when there was a human in the room with me,” she admitted. “Sometimes I’d bug my friends to come over, but even then, it’s not the same as being in a room with the casting director or producers.”
Another significant change is the payment structure for streaming projects. “Before, with network TV, if they repeated an episode, you’d get residuals,” Moore explained. “These days, with streamers, you get your daily rate or a buyout, and that’s it. That show could still be playing in another part of the world years later, but actors don’t see any of that money. It’s something actors need to pay attention to and talk to their unions about.”
Between roles, Moore focuses on personal growth and family, finding balance in a career known for its ups and downs. “I was a temp for a decade, gained administrative skills, got married, had a son, and took care of my mother when she was sick,” she shared. “Stay engaged in your life and your craft. Don’t confuse work relationships with real friendships—attend to your real life.” For Moore, staying creative outside of acting is essential. “Find other ways to validate your existence beyond waiting for a gig,” she advised. “Write, direct, knit, cook—whatever keeps you connected to your creativity. That pilot light inside you for this craft will always be there.”
As Moore looks back on her career, she’s proud of how she’s adapted to the industry’s changes while staying true to herself. From receiving heartfelt compliments from acting legends like Donald Sutherland to tackling the challenges of self-taping and streaming, she continues to evolve as an artist. Her advice to aspiring actors is simple yet profound: “Stay humble, stay hustling, and never stop learning. This industry is unpredictable, but if you stay connected to your craft and your life, you’ll find your way.”
Angela Moore’s journey is a testament to constant learning, passion, and the power of embracing change. You can see her in the season three finale of FROM on MGM+.