Maria Cristina was born and raised in Trieste, Italy, a complex and culturally rich city located on the northeastern border of the country, not far from the famous city of Venice. This unique environment had a profound impact on her early life and career.
Maria Cristina began her career at a young age, initially performing on the live stage and later becoming an on-air presenter for various live shows on RAI, Italy's national public broadcasting service. Her early success led to her being hired by renowned comedian Raimondo Vianello for his hit sitcom "Casa Vianello," where she played the captivating and alluring character of Valeria, a young woman living on the top floor.
Her nationally televised role in "Casa Vianello" brought her early success and recognition, and she went on to work with some of Italy's most esteemed filmmakers, including Castellano and Pipolo, Pupi Avati, Dario Argento, and Alessandro Benvenuti. She appeared in numerous television series, both drama and comedy, solidifying her reputation as a talented and versatile actress.
After relocating to Los Angeles, Maria Cristina continued to work on international projects, collaborating with directors and producers from both America and Europe. Some of her notable roles include "Jesus" for CBS, the feature film "Angels and Demons" directed by Ron Howard, and the miniseries "Barabbas." In Europe, she starred in the French drama series "Odysseus," while in the US, she appeared in the NBC drama "Law and Order" and the comedy series "Backpackers" as a recurring guest star on the CW network.
In addition to her acting career, Maria Cristina is also the presenter and host for TeleItalia Network in Los Angeles, where she effortlessly hosts programs in both Italian and American-English, showcasing her linguistic versatility and adaptability.
