Gabrielle Ruiz
| Gabrielle Ruiz | |
|---|---|
| Born | Edinburg, Texas, United States |
| Residence | New York City, New York |
| Nationality | Mexican- American |
| Alma mater | Oklahoma City University's Ann Lacy School of Dance and Arts Management |
| Occupation | Actress, Motivational Speaker, Teacher |
| Parent(s) |
Eduardo Ruiz Sylvia Ruiz |
| Website | www.gabrielleruiz.net |
Gabrielle Ruiz is an American actress who has performed in several television shows and Broadway shows. Her parents Eduardo and Sylvia Ruiz encouraged her development in the arts through dance, voice, and acting lessons. Her breakthrough role was on the television show Crazy Ex-Girlfriend. She currently resides in New York City.
Early life
Gabrielle was born to her parents Eduardo and Sylvia Ruiz in Edinburg, Texas. She discovered her love of performing at a young age through dance. She was trained in dance at Melba's School of Dance and the Texas Association for Teachers of Dance. Gabrielle also took vocal lessons which allowed her to excel in the Texas All-State Choir.[1]
Education
Through high school, Gabrielle attended a public school. After graduation, Gabrielle attended Oklahoma City University to obtain a Bachelors of Fine Arts in Dance Performance. While in college she was a member of the American Spirit Dance Company, OCU Rhythms, numerous musicals, work-study, and Delta-Delta Chapter of Alpha Phi.[2]
Professional career
After college, Gabrielle was able to land various roles on both television and Broadway. Her breakthrough role was as Valencia on the television show "Crazy Ex-Girlfriend." Gabrielle is currently represented by VGP Artist Management, Kazarian/Measures/Ruskin & Associates & DBA & Associates. Her career isn't limited to acting though. She is also motivational speaker and teacher for future professional performers.[3]
Filmography
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | Sex, Love, and Salsa | Maria | Indie Film Award, Best Featured Actress |
| Title | Role | Broadcasting Station |
|---|---|---|
| Crazy Ex-Girlfriend | Valencia | The CW |
| Orange is the New Black | Co-Star | Netflix |
| Law & Order: SVU | Co-Star | NBC |
| Sesame Street | Singing Electrician | PBS |
| One Life to Live | Principal Dancer/ Singer | ABC Daytime |
| Title | Role | Theater performed |
|---|---|---|
| If/Then | Featured, under study Anne & Elena | Richard Rodgers Theater |
| Evita | Featured | Marquis Theater |
| In The Heights | Carla, under study Nina & Elena | Richard Rodgers Theater |
| A Chorus Line | Diana Morales | First National Tour |
References
- ↑ "Gabrielle Ruiz". IMDb. Retrieved 2016-04-08.
- ↑ "Gabrielle Ruiz* ~ Bio". www.gabrielleruiz.net. Retrieved 2016-04-08.
- ↑ "Gabrielle Ruiz* ~ Bio". www.gabrielleruiz.net. Retrieved 2016-04-08.
- ↑ Manzano, Adrian (2014-12-08), Sex, Love & Salsa, retrieved 2016-04-08
- ↑ "Gabrielle Ruiz* ~ Resume". www.gabrielleruiz.net. Retrieved 2016-04-08.