Olivia Castanho is a renowned American actress, born and raised in the charming town of South Windsor, Connecticut. Her journey in the world of acting commenced at the tender age of six, when she began performing in local theatre productions. This marked the beginning of a lifelong passion for the craft, which she continued to nurture throughout her teenage years.
As she entered adulthood, Olivia made the bold decision to relocate to Los Angeles, a city that would become her new home at the age of 18. She enrolled in the prestigious University of Southern California's BFA program, where she honed her acting skills and achieved great success. In her junior year, Olivia was awarded the esteemed Jack Nicholson award for her outstanding performances, a testament to her dedication and talent.
Following her graduation, Olivia landed the lead role in the indie horror film "Headshots," a project that showcased her versatility as an actress. She then went on to star in the short film "Don't Blow It," alongside her costar, with whom she won the coveted Best Duo of the Year award at the Top Shorts Film Festival.
Olivia's impressive resume continued to grow, as she booked a small voice-over role in the English dubbed Netflix series "Marianne." She soon found herself in high demand, voicing numerous roles in Netflix foreign films and TV shows, including the character of Ling Yun in the series "Triad Princess."
In addition to her on-screen work, Olivia is also an avid student of improv, having studied at the renowned UCB. She continues to train weekly with her acting coach, Rob Brownstein, a testament to her commitment to her craft and her desire to continually improve and grow as an artist.
