Regina Russell Banali

Regina Russell Banali

60 · Born: Aug 2, 1965

Personal Details

BornAug 2, 1965 Charleston, South Carolina, USA
Spouse
  • Frankie Banali

    ( Nov 11, 2015 to Aug 20, 2020 )
  • Steve Curtis

    ( Dec 31, 1969 to Dec 31, 1969 )

Biography

Regina Banali is a multifaceted individual, having transitioned from a successful acting career spanning over two decades and more than 50 film and television roles to a career behind the camera in 2008.

As a director, she has made a notable impact, particularly with her documentary Quiet Riot: Well Now You're Here, There's No Way Back, released in 2014. This documentary about the band Quiet Riot showcased her skill and attention to detail.

Regina's innovative approach to crowdfunding is also noteworthy, as she was an early pioneer in the field. She successfully raised seed money on Kickstarter in 2010, which was quickly acquired by the Showtime Network and released worldwide.

Early in her career, Regina made her acting debut as a mermaid in Steven Spielberg's Hook in 1991. She has also had a successful career as a host and fashion correspondent, appearing on various TV shows, including Today, Access Hollywood, and The Fashion Team.

Regina's impressive credentials also include being an active member of several prominent organizations, including The National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences, Alliance of Women Directors, Glass Elevator, and Women In Film. Additionally, she serves as an Intimacy Coordinator and is the President and CEO of Intimacy Coordinators in Film and Television Alliance.

Career

2019
Private Places
Private Places as (archive footage)
2006
Cannibal Taboo
Cannibal Taboo as Annie Tramblyn
Deviant Fantasies
Deviant Fantasies as (archive footage)
2005
Reality Sex
Reality Sex as (archive footage)
Voyeur's Delight
Voyeur's Delight as (archive footage)
2003
Bad Bizness
Bad Bizness as Angela Summers
Baberellas
Baberellas as Renna
Cheerleader Massacre
Cheerleader Massacre as Buzzy's Flashback Girl
Hollywood Homicide
Hollywood Homicide as Sartain Receptionist
2002
Wolfhound
Wolfhound as Fantasy Woman (uncredited)
Zig Zag
Zig Zag as Dancer #2
2001
2000
Luck of the Draw
Luck of the Draw as Zippo's Boudoir Girl
1991
Hook
Hook as Mermaid