Nadine Velazquez facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Nadine Velázquez
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Velázquez c. 2006
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| Born | November 20, 1978 |
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| Years active | 2003–present |
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Marc Provissiero
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Nadine E. Velázquez is an American actress and model. She was born on November 20, 1978. You might know her best from TV shows like My Name Is Earl where she played Catalina Aruca, or The League where she was Sofia Ruxin. She has also acted in movies such as Flight and Ride Along 2.
Early Life and Education
Nadine was born in Chicago, Illinois. Her family comes from Puerto Rico. She went to Notre Dame High School for Girls. Later, she studied marketing at Columbia College Chicago, graduating in 2001.
Acting Career Highlights
Nadine Velázquez started her acting career in commercials. Her first big TV role was playing Catalina Aruca in the NBC series My Name Is Earl. This show was very popular.
She also appeared in the movie War with famous actors Jet Li and Jason Statham. In 2008, she was a judge for the Miss Universe 2008 beauty pageant. She also hosted the Miss USA 2009 pageant.
In 2011, Nadine was in the first episode of the TV show Charlie's Angels. She also had a recurring role in the comedy show The League and the drama Hart of Dixie.
A big movie role for Nadine was in the 2012 film Flight. She played Katerina Marquez, a flight attendant, acting alongside Denzel Washington. Later, she joined the TV series Major Crimes as Emma Rios, a District Attorney.
In 2021, Nadine joined the cast of the music series Queens on ABC. She starred with singers Brandy and Eve. The show was about a group of women who used to be famous rappers. Nadine also sang on the show's soundtrack, including songs like "Nasty Girl" and "The Introduction."
Personal Life
Nadine Velázquez married talent agent Marc Provissiero in 2005. They later divorced in 2011.
Images for kids
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Velázquez c. 2006
See also
In Spanish: Nadine Velazquez para niños
