Deja Monique Cruz is a talented American actress born in Orange County, California, and raised in Riverside. With a strong presence on screen, she effortlessly transitions between lead and supporting roles, showcasing her versatility and range. Her passion for acting and singing was evident from a young age, and she went on to perform in numerous theatre productions during her high school years, including 12 Angry Women, MacBeth, and Waiting for Godot.
Deja's film and television appearances include a guest star role on "Law & Order: SVU", as well as leading roles in the horror film "Manifest Evil", the summer adventure movie "The Quest for Tom Sawyer's Gold", and the Netflix holiday Rom-Com "Christmas with you". Her first television role booking was Lupe on NBC's "Law & Order: SVU", where she played a strong victim and used her voice to tell an important story.
She also appeared in the Amazon horror film "Manifest Evil", playing the role of Dawn, a complex character struggling with her relationship with her father. In "The Quest for Tom Sawyer's Gold", Deja played the role of Lu, a bright and ambitious young woman with a passion for filmmaking. Her latest project is a series regular role on Disney's "The Crossover", where she portrays Maya, a sharp and observant young woman who is not afraid to speak her mind.
Deja's latest role is Cristina in the Netflix holiday Rom-Com "Christmas with you", where she shines as a triple threat, singing, dancing, and acting her heart out. She learned a lot from working alongside Freddie Prinze Jr. and Aimee Garcia, and is proud to be a part of this heartwarming story.
In addition to her on-screen work, Deja has also booked her first Voice-Over role, playing the character of "Flo" in "Carnival Jungle". She is proudly represented by Innovative Artists, Sheila Crawford at Spectrum productions, and Sharyn Berg at Sharyn Talent management.
