Bernadette Pérez

Bernadette Pérez

Personal Details

Biography

Bernadette Pérez is a multifaceted individual, embodying a rich cultural heritage as a Mexican American, while also proudly identifying as a member of the LGBTQ+ community. Born and raised in East Chicago, Pérez's artistic journey began at the tender age of twelve, when she first stepped onto the stage in the world of theater.

With a career spanning across both film and television, Pérez has had the privilege of honing her craft under the guidance of esteemed professionals. Notably, she has studied with Yale School of Drama Alumni Master Coach Gregory Berger-Sobeck, renowned Television Director/Showrunner Stan Zimmerman, and the esteemed instructors at The Groundlings School.

Beyond her impressive body of work, Pérez is also a passionate advocate for equality, dedicating her time and energy to promoting the rights of the LGBTQ+ community, as well as advocating for at-risk youth and promoting diversity and inclusion within the entertainment industry.

Career

2025
Strange Harvest
Strange Harvest as Silvia Villejo
2024
Pieces
Pieces as Guadalupe
2023
2019
Blackwater
Blackwater as Helen Loma
Cuck
Cuck as Prostitute
Mayday
Mayday as Susan
2017
Slaw
Slaw as Mama
2016
2012
Saltwater
Saltwater as Christine
2011
Prince of Swine
Prince of Swine as Bambi Cataldo (as Bernadette Roberts)
2010
2007
2006
Axegrinder
Axegrinder as Shelley
Alpha Dog
Alpha Dog as Bar Girl (uncredited)
2005
Funny Valentine
Funny Valentine as Lingerie Angel
The Beast of Bray Road
The Beast of Bray Road as Gina Germaine
2004
Meet the Fockers
Meet the Fockers as Girl Bus Driver