Roxana Ortega

Roxana Ortega

52 · Born: Aug 11, 1973

Personal Details

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BornAug 11, 1973 Los Angeles, California, USA
Relatives
  • Jenna Ortega (Niece or Nephew)

Biography

Roxana Ortega is a multifaceted American creative professional, boasting a impressive repertoire in the realms of acting, writing, and voice-over artistry. Born in the vibrant city of Los Angeles, she spent her formative years in the picturesque town of Fullerton, California.

Roxana's academic credentials are equally impressive, having graduated from the esteemed University of California, Berkeley with Phi Beta Kappa honors. She further honed her craft at the prestigious American Conservatory Theatre and is a proud alumna of the renowned Groundlings Sunday Company.

Throughout her career, Roxana has made a significant impact in the entertainment industry, securing supporting roles in notable films and television shows. Some of her notable credits include GRAND-DADDY DAY CARE, LARRY CROWNE, and MISS CONGENIALITY 2, opposite notable actors such as Danny Trejo, Reno Wilson, Tom Hanks, and Sandra Bullock. Her television appearances are equally impressive, with guest roles on popular shows like SANTA CLARITA DIET, THE LEAGUE, FOR THE PEOPLE, FOURSOME, NCIS: LA, and NEW GIRL. In addition to her on-screen work, Roxana has appeared in over fifty national commercials.

Beyond her impressive acting credentials, Roxana is also a talented voice-actor, having received an Audie-nomination for her work. Her voice can be heard in a wide range of video games, commercials, trailers, and audiobooks, including the Pulitzer Prize-winning novel A VISIT FROM THE GOON SQUAD.

Roxana is a proud Latina of mixed heritage, with her mother hailing from Lima, Peru and her father being a Mexican-American born in East Los Angeles.

Career

2024
The Casagrandes Movie
The Casagrandes Movie as Frida / Chancla Warrior (voice)
2019
Grand-Daddy Day Care
Grand-Daddy Day Care as Emma Collins
2017
American Vandal
American Vandal as Mrs. Maldonado
Freaks of Nature
Freaks of Nature as Concerned Citizen Jane
2011
Larry Crowne
Larry Crowne as Alvarez
2009
Forget Me Not
Forget Me Not as Nurse Garcia
2007
Evan Almighty
Evan Almighty as Reporter in Evan's Office