Danay García facts for kids
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Danay García
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García at the 2018 San Diego Comic-Con.
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Danay Aguilar García
July 5, 1984 |
| Occupation | Actress, model |
| Years active | 2006–present |
Danay Aguilar García (born July 5, 1984) is a Cuban-American actress, producer, director, dancer, and model. She is famous for playing Sofía Lugo in the TV show Prison Break (2007–2009). She is also well-known for her role as Luciana Galvez in the horror drama series Fear the Walking Dead (2016–2023).
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Early Life and First Steps
Danay García was born in Havana, Cuba. When she was young, she started studying ballet at the Debby Allen Dance Academy. She also continued her acting lessons. At age 15, she decided to focus more on acting than dancing. When she was 20, she moved to the United States with her young son. She worked hard to improve her English accent so people could understand her easily.
Becoming an Actress
Danay's first public acting role was at age 17. She played the main character in a play called Maria Antonia in Havana. Her first movie role in the U.S. was in Danika.
She later appeared in popular TV shows like CSI: Miami and CSI: NY. Her big break came when she got a regular role as Sofía Lugo in the TV series Prison Break. This show was even shown in Cuba, so her family could watch her work!
Danay almost got a role as a "Bond girl" in the movie Quantum of Solace. However, she couldn't take the part because of a rule in her contract with Fox, the company that made Prison Break. In 2009, she played Anna in the series The Cleaner. She also worked as a writer and producer for TV and movie projects.
Later Roles and Directing
Danay García played Coqui in the drama Liz in September. This movie was filmed in the Caribbean Islands. She then got the main role of Monica in the comedy Man Camp.
From 2016 to 2023, Danay played Luciana Galvez in the popular horror series Fear the Walking Dead. She also appeared in an episode of Hawaii Five-0 in 2017. In 2023, she even directed an episode of Fear the Walking Dead called "Anton."
Film Appearances
| Year | Title | Role |
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| 2006 | Danika | Myra |
| 2009 | From Mexico with Love | Maria |
| 2010 | Peep World | Attractive P.A. |
| 2011 | Rehab | Michelle Lopez |
| 2011 | Cenizas Eternas | Elena |
| 2012 | Choices | Sonora Garcia |
| 2013 | Man Camp | Monica |
| 2014 | Liz in September | Coqui |
| 2016 | Widows | Natalie Cruz |
| 2017 | Havana, Habana | Maria |
| 2017 | Boost | Sheeren Montes |
| 2017 | Sniper: Ultimate Kill | Kate Estrada |
| 2017 | Avenge the Crows | Loca |
| 2021 | Spiked | Diana |
| 2021 | Baby Money | Minny |
Television Roles
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
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| 2007 | CSI: Miami | Camille Tavez | Episode: "No Man's Land" |
| 2007–09 | Prison Break | Sofía Lugo | Main Cast: Season 3–4 |
| 2009 | CSI: NY | Flora Pollock | Episode: "No Good Deed" |
| 2009 | The Cleaner | Anna | Episode: "Crossing the Threshold" |
| 2013 | Supernatural | Ellie | Episode: "Trial and Error" |
| 2016–23 | Fear the Walking Dead | Luciana Galvez | Main Cast: Season 3–8, Director: "Anton" |
| 2017 | Hawaii Five-0 | Elena Sachs | Episode: "He Kaha Lu'u Ke Ala, Mai Ho'okolo Aku" |
| 2020 | 50 States of Fright | Maria Vazquez | Episode: "Destino (Florida) - Part 1-3" |
Video Games
| Year | Title | Voice role |
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| 2016 | Mafia III | Alma Diaz |
See also
In Spanish: Danay García para niños
