Taryn Manning (born November 6, 1978 in Falls Church, Virginia), is an American actress and singer/songwriter of the band Boomkat. She started dancing at age twelve and won many competitions. She also has won the Arizona state championship in karate.

Although she had small film and television roles, she tried out for WB's Popstars in 2001. Since then, she has starred in more prominent and well-known roles.