Vannessa Vasquez is a talented Mexican-American actress, producer, and writer who has been making waves in the entertainment industry. Born in Galveston, Texas, Vasquez pursued her passion for acting after graduating from the University of Houston with a degree in Psychology and Theatre.
She then had the opportunity to study acting at the prestigious Stella Adler Acting Conservatory in Los Angeles on a full scholarship. Vasquez's early career took off with her lead role in Hulu's hit original teen drama series "East Los High," earning her an Emmy nomination in 2015 for her portrayal of Camila.
In addition to her work in television, Vasquez has also appeared in several films, including "Walker" (CW),"Macgyver" (CBS),"The Fix" (CBS),"The Brave" (NBC),"National Treasure" (Disney),and "Divorce Bait" (Goldwyn). Her impressive filmography also includes "Sins of a Call Girl," for which she received an Imagen Award nomination for her role as Magdelena Cruz.
As a writer and producer, Vasquez has made a name for herself in the industry. She produced and starred in her feature film, "Sorrow," in 2014, which was later released on HULU. In 2016, she wrote, produced, and starred in the short film "La Sangre Llama" (Blood Calls),inspired by her real-life experiences and premiered at the Los Angeles International Short Film Festival.
Vasquez's dedication to her craft has earned her numerous accolades, including the Bilingual Artist of the Year award at the ALEGRIA Awards in 2015. She also came on as a producer for the last seasons of "East Los High," helping to carry the series to new heights and earning multiple Emmy nominations.
