Celines Toribio was born in the vibrant city of Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, and has since made Los Angeles, California her home. Prior to completing her higher education, Celines gained valuable experience as a host for several prominent shows on Univision Network and ESPN Deportes. Through these platforms, she showcased the talents and stories of powerful and accomplished individuals, utilizing in-depth television interviews, radio shows, newspaper columns, and magazine features to share their inspiring stories with the world. Her remarkable work ethic and captivating on-screen presence quickly earned her widespread popularity, as well as the respect and admiration of her community, solidifying her status as a household name in the Hispanic media landscape.
Celines' exceptional talent did not go unnoticed, and she was subsequently recognized as one of the 50 Most Beautiful People by People En Español Magazine. In pursuit of her dream to become a professional actress, Celines relocated to Los Angeles and honed her craft under the guidance of renowned acting coaches Arthur Mendoza and Sara Mornell. Her hard work and dedication soon paid off, as she landed roles alongside esteemed actors Michelle Rodríguez, Edward James Olmos, and Vin Diesel.
With over 11 films to her credit as an actress, Celines' passion for the film industry only continued to grow, ultimately leading her to establish Esencia Films, a production company dedicated to supporting and showcasing meaningful and impactful independent projects. Under her leadership, the company has produced and screened award-winning films in Europe, the United States, and the Caribbean, including the critically acclaimed "The King of Havana," which premiered in Spain and received three prestigious Goya awards in 2016.
