Gabrielle Ruiz
| Gabrielle Ruiz | |
|---|---|
| Born | Edinburg, Texas, United States |
| Residence | New York City, New York |
| Nationality | American |
| Alma mater | Oklahoma City University's Ann Lacy School of Dance and Arts Management |
| Occupation |
Actress Musician Motivational Speaker Teacher |
| Spouse(s) | Philip Pisanchyn |
| Parent(s) |
Eduardo Ruiz Sylvia Ruiz |
| Website | www.gabrielleruiz.net |
Gabrielle Ruiz is an American actress best known for playing the role of Valencia Perez on The CW comedy-drama series Crazy Ex-Girlfriend.[1] On May 23, 2016 it was announced that Ruiz was being promoted to series regular returning for season 2.[2] Prior to Crazy Ex-Girlfriend, she acted in several Broadway musicals. On August 4, 2016 Ruiz married Philip Pisanchyn in a small private ceremony at a villa in Saint Martin.[3] She currently resides in New York City with her husband.
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.[4]
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.[5]
Career
After college, Gabrielle landed various roles on both television and Broadway. Her breakthrough role was as Valencia Perez on The CW comedy-drama series Crazy Ex-Girlfriend. Gabrielle is currently represented by VGP Artist Management and Kazarian/Measures/Ruskin & Associates. Her career isn't limited to acting, though: She is also a motivational speaker and teacher of future professional performers.[6]
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 Perez | 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
- ↑ "'Crazy Ex-Girlfriend': Rebecca and Valencia have more in common than Josh Chan". 2015-10-19. Retrieved 2016-08-10.
- ↑ Swift, Andy; Swift, Andy (2016-05-23). "Crazy Ex-Girlfriend's Gabrielle Ruiz Promoted to Series Regular". TVLine. Retrieved 2016-08-10.
- ↑ "See Crazy Ex-Girlfriend Star Gabrielle Ruiz's Gorgeous Wedding Photos!". 2016-08-05. Retrieved 2016-08-08.
- ↑ "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.