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Dania is a Latin American actress born in the Dominican Republic. She grew up, living with her grandmother, in a poor household. Her parents left for the United States, when she was 6-months old, and she finally joined them in New York when she was age 10.
She knew from a young age that she wanted to act. She was discovered by a model scout and cast in a soda commercial. She attended the Actor's workshop in New York City and moved to Los Angeles to pursue her acting career.
Her first job was Jay-Z's girlfriend in his music video, Streets Is Watching (1998). She went on to appear in high profile TV shows The Sopranos (1999), Entourage (2004) and Heroes (2006). She has also appeared in films and, in 2012, she was cast in American Reunion (2012). She is currently starring on Lifetime's Devious Maids (2013) as 'Rosie Falta'.- Actress
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Aimee Carrero (born July 15, 1988 in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic) was raised in Miami, Florida. She attended the Archbishop Coleman F. Carroll High School and graduated in 2006. Aimee first began her professional acting career in 2007. Holding a strong base for television appearances, Aimee's credits include work on Hannah Montana (2006), Lincoln Heights (2006), and The Mentalist (2008). She made her first major film credit in the form of the animated comedy Alvin and the Chipmunks: The Squeakquel (2009). Aimee Carrero is best recognized for her major film role in the television movie Level Up (2011). The film premiered on November 23, 2011 and subsequently spawned a series by the same name Level Up (2012) the following year. Aimee reprised her film role of spirited teenager Angie Prietto and rejoined her original cast mates on further adventures inside and outside the series' online video game of 'Maldark: Conqueror of All Worlds'. These adventures serve as the premise on which the series continues and airs on the Cartoon Network, the same channel on which the film debuted. Her second film venture was made in 2012 with the television film Blue Lagoon: The Awakening (2012), starring Indiana Evans, Brenton Thwaites and Denise Richards. Since 2009, she is a resident of Los Angeles, California.- Actress
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Dascha Polanco is a Dominican American actress known for playing the character Dayanara "Daya" Diaz on Orange Is the New Black (2013). As of January 2018, she has a recurring role on The Assassination of Gianni Versace: American Crime Story (2016) as Detective Lori Weider. Polanco was born in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic and moved to the United States at a young age. She was raised in Sunset Park, Brooklyn, New York and Miami by her father, a mechanic, and mother, a cosmetologist. Polanco is the oldest of three children; she has a brother and sister.- Emily Tosta was born on 26 March 1998 in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic. She is an actress, known for Mayans M.C. (2018), Party of Five (2020) and Willy's Wonderland (2021).
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Juan Fernández was born on 13 December 1956 in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic. He is an actor and producer, known for A Man Apart (2003), The Collector (2009) and Crocodile Dundee II (1988).- Omahyra was born on 30 November 1984 in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic. She is an actress, known for X-Men: The Last Stand (2006), After the Sunset (2004) and Happy End (2009).
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Handsome and muscular brown skinned Dominican-Mexican leading man who made his screen debut in Chanoc (1966). Born in Dominican Republic and later relocating to Mexico, García was a leading sex symbol from the late '60s into the '80s. He won a well-publicized bout with cancer in the '90s by -- it is claimed -- using an herbal remedy. His sons Andrés García Jr. and Leonardo García Vale are also actors. Nominated for a Best Supporting Actor Ariel in 1974 for Principio, El (1972). Over the past decade, García dedicated most of his time to soap operas.- Actor
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Jan Luis Castellanos, born on September 11, 1995, in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, is a versatile actor who has made significant strides in both the theatrical and film realms.
After spending his early years under the care of his grandparents in the Dominican Republic, Jan Luis relocated to New Jersey at the age of eight to live with his mother, Sugey Quinones. During his time at Secaucus High School, he achieved remarkable success both as an athlete and a theater enthusiast. Balancing his athletic prowess as a State Champion wrestler in New Jersey with his passion for the arts, he began appearing in commercials and gained exposure in the New York and Los Angeles film scenes. Notably, he showcased his talents in musical productions such as 'West Side Story' and 'Jersey Boys.'
While pursuing his studies at Saint Peter's University in Jersey City, New Jersey, with the intention of pursuing a medical career, Jan Luis's love for acting was reignited. He made the decision to study at the esteemed 'New Collective' acting studio in Los Angeles, California, founded by Susan Batson, who had previously collaborated with renowned actors like Tom Cruise and Nicole Kidman. This led to his notable roles in Marvel Television's drama "Marvel's Runaways" and the series "Don't Look Deeper," where he acted alongside esteemed actors Don Cheadle and Emily Mortimer. In 2020, Jan Luis gained recognition for his portrayal of Diego Torres in the critically acclaimed Netflix series "13 Reasons Why" and as Mikey Diaz in the Ed Burns 1980s dramatic comedy "Bridge and Tunnel," which premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival in 2022.
His film debut took place in Netflix's "Tall Girl 2," directed by Emily Ting, where he played the role of the title character's high school crush. Jan Luis has since starred in four forthcoming feature films. He will be seen as Ryan, the love interest-turned-ex in the modern-day reimagining of "Alice in Wonderland" titled "Get Lost," directed by Daniela Amavia and featuring Ella Travolta as Alicia/Alice. Additionally, he will star alongside Bella Thorne in "Saint Clare," directed by Mitzi Perione, portraying the character of Truman, a mysterious college student who becomes one of Clare's friends and love interests. Jan Luis has also joined forces with Netflix once again to embark on the "Uglies" franchise as Croy, a leader of a rebellious group, opposite Joey King, under the direction of McG. The "Uglies" series is based on books written by Scott Westerfeld.
Jan Luis has expanded his involvement in the film industry as an executive producer, working on various short films. Notably, he starred in the leading role of Cesar, a struggling influencer grieving his mother, in the short film "Influencia." His performance earned him the award for Best Actor in a Drama at the 2022 Official Latino Film and Arts Festival in Palm Springs, California. Recently, Jan Luis concluded his work on "Black Spines," a coming-of-age thriller where he served as an executive producer and played the leading role of Cameron, an aspiring photographer unraveling the horrifying truth about his family's history. The film was directed by Jordon Foss.- Julissa Bermudez was born on 28 September 1983 in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic. She is an actress, known for Royal Pains (2009), Make It Happen (2008) and Danger One (2018).
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Mirtha Michelle is an actress and writer born in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic on January 17th. At five years old her parents, Jose and Mirtha moved the family to Miami, Florida. She grew up in a very close-knit family, also consisting of her older sister Cathryn and younger brother Jose Angel. Her parents' own love for the Arts was imparted unto them. At an early age, Her father a trained musician, and her mother a teacher and local theater director were supportive of her desire to act. Since then she's appeared on TV shows like CSI, and CSI: Miami, and films such as "Fast and Furious", "Los Bandoleros" and "Awol-72". In June 2014 Mirtha Michelle published her first book titled "Letters, To The Men I Have Loved" which quickly became a best-seller. Since then she published the sequel titled "Elusive Loves; Amores Esquivos" released in December 2015 with an equal amount of success. With her books she has been able to capture the first feelings of love and loss in a raw form that has allowed her to earn the hearts of many loyal readers. She's also active as a public speaker with engagements at colleges throughout the country. She resides in Los Angeles, California.- Silvia Dionicio was born in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic. She is an actress, known for Untitled Brad Ingelsby/HBO Drama Series, New Amsterdam (2018) and Chicago P.D. (2014).
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Amelia Vega was born on 7 November 1984 in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic. She is an actress and art director, known for Homie Spumoni (2006), The Lost City (2005) and Captain Avispa (2024). She has been married to Al Horford since 24 December 2011. They have five children.- Actor
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Ramses Jimenez is a multi-talented actor, writer, director, and producer with an impressive portfolio of work spanning over two decades in both film and television. Known for his versatile acting skills and strong presence behind the camera, Jimenez's contributions to the entertainment industry are notable. Presently, Jimenez is deeply involved in two film projects, "Restaveks" and "The Wingwalker," both of which are in post-production. In "Restaveks," he showcases his creative flair, assuming the roles of director, writer, and story creator, while in "The Wingwalker," he portrays the character Coy, underscoring his acting ability. In the past, Jimenez has been part of an array of film and video projects. In "Critical Thinking" (2020), his portrayal of the character Andre was instrumental in the film's global success, garnering a worldwide gross of $6.7MM. As Tariq in "Hotel Artemis" (2018), he played along renowned actors such as Jodie Foster and Dave Bautista. Jimenez has also contributed significantly to film production. He served as the executive producer for the short films "Ocultos" (2022) and "Hipsterfobia" (2017). His directorial talents were displayed in the short film "An Actor Prepares" (2013). In television, Jimenez has held roles in numerous series. He portrayed Detective Eric Castillo in 10 episodes of "Lincoln Rhyme: Hunt for the Bone Collector" (2020), and Tlaloc in the TV series "Vida" (2018-2019) for eight episodes. His versatility is evident in his roles in shows like "CSI: Miami," "CSI: Crime Scene Investigation," and "Law & Order," among others. Notably, he also held creative roles in TV series like "Zoe Saldana Presents My Hero" (2014), where he was a writer, executive producer, and director for ten episodes, and "24/7 Tebow vs. Mayweather" (2013), a TV mini-series where he was a director and producer for five episodes. Ramses Jimenez's career is characterized by varied roles both in front of and behind the camera. His work, ranging from acting to directing and producing, highlights his diverse skillset and dedication to the art of storytelling. His continuous efforts and achievements in the film and television industry demonstrate his significant influence and contribution to the entertainment world.- Actress
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Sonalii Castillo was born in the Dominican Republic and raised in France. Having completed her formal education in Europe her family transitioned to New York City. Sonalii's undeniable beauty caught the eye of several modeling agencies which led her to work in print and commercials. Discovering that acting was where her endeavors lied, she moved to Los Angeles and immediately signed on with Redrock Entertainment Development.
Sonalii has also landed some high profile roles on top-rated network television shows such as CBS "NCIS:LA," NBC's "Heroes," the CBS dramas "Without A Trace" and "CSI: Miami." She has appeared in several films and independent features in the past few years. She recently booked a leading role in the Sci-Fi Thriller 'Variant' playing the role of Mackenzie Styles. She joined the cast of the latest remake of "The Saint" as Sonali Alves, starring Adam Rayner as The saint and Eliza Dushku as Patricia Holm. She had a supporting role in Allison Anders' made for television movie, "A Crush on You." She also starred in "Reboot," a cyberpunk film that has quickly become the buzz in the cyber world and is building a huge following worldwide.
2018 is proving to be an exciting year for Sonalii. This summer she joins the cast of the CW's summer hit show 'The Outpost' as nomadic warrior bounty huntress Essa Khan which premiered July 10th.
Sonalii Castillo has not only graced your screens for over a decade and collected some notable credits working alongside some A List celebrities, but she is also an award winning Actress, Director and filmmaker.
As a filmmaker Sonalii created, wrote the screenplay, produced and is the Lead Actress in 'MAMBA', which has been screening in multiple countries and states across the US. MAMBA has won Eight Awards for Best Short film, Best Action Film, Best Action Thriller & Best Actress for Sonalii. She was also nominated three times for best actress for MAMBA and received two wins.
Her first film 'Dahlias: Wild Card' was screened at the 'Knickerbocker Film Festival' where she won an award for 'Best Direction of a Film'. Dahlias went on to also be screened at the 'Dominican Film Festival' and proceeded to be screened in the Dominican Republic at the 'Festival Cine de Cine Global Dominicano'.
Sonalii also created a web-series titled 'Voodoo Vanessa'. This series has quickly grabbed the hearts of its viewers screening in multiple film festivals and has won two award for 'Best Web Series'.
In addition to English, she is also fluent in French and Spanish. The actress' and filmmaker's honest sultry presence is of it's own kind and will be welcomed by audiences along with her A-list peers.- Writer
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José María Cabral is a film director and producer from the Dominican Republic, known for his early focus on creating compelling social and political dramas and thrillers. Born on July 24, 1988, Cabral began his career in the film industry at the very young age of 18 years old. He gained recognition for his ability to tackle complex social issues through his work, establishing himself as a leading figure in Dominican cinema being the first Dominican ever to enter Sundance Film Festival with his award winning film Carpinteros in 2017.
His work often delves into the social-political landscape of the Dominican Republic and the Caribbean, addressing topics of the current situation but also the past. He is celebrated for his interest in telling historical dramas and shedding light into dark chapters of the region. Winning the Audience Award in Miami Film Festival 2022 with Parsley, a film about the tragic Haitian massacre ordered by dictator Trujillo in 1937.
Cabral has also focused on environmental documentaries that explore the challenges his country faces in the present and near future due to climate change and global warming.- Elizabeth Chahin was born on 11 March 1989 in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic. She is an actress, known for Nyad (2023), Arthur the King (2024) and Jupía (2022).
- Carlos Francisco Cámara Lázaro was a Mexican actor who was born in Dominican Republic in 1934. He migrated from Dominican Republic to Venezuela in the 1950's. Early the 1960's, Carlos began his career as actor in Venezuelan telenovelas, the first one was "La rival" (1960), his next works were in "La otra" and "Hacia la luz", both in 1961. In 1964, Carlos worked in the Mexican telenovela "San Martín de Porres", the same year he went back to Venezuela and acted in "Amor sin fronteras". Cámara first leading role was in "El alma no tiene color" (1966). In 1967, he played a supporting role in "Doña Bárbara". His second lead role was in "El milagro de Lourdes" (1968), then that same year he starred "María Mercé, la chinita". In 1969, starred in "Pablo y Alicia", time later he moved to Mexico, where he starred his fifth and last telenovela: "Cadenas de angustia". Carlos got the Mexican nacionality and keep working on television playing a villain in La gata (1970), he also acted in his first film titled "Las chicas malas del padre Méndez", the same year he worked in the film "Fallaste corazón". In 1971, he got a supporting role in the telenovela "El amor tiene cara de mujer". The producer Ernesto Alonso gave to Carlos an important role in the telenovela "El carruaje" (1972). The next years, Carlos acted in films as "Una mujer honesta" (1972), "El monasterio de los buitres" (1973), "Conserje en condominio" (1974), "En busca de un muro" (1974), "Aventuras de un caballo blanco y un niño" (1975) and "Supervivientes de los Andes" (1976). In 1978, he back to the television, working as villain in "Viviana" (1978) alongside Lucía Méndez. In 1979, he played Fernando, a villain role in "Los ricos también lloran", alongside Verónica Castro; that same year he acted in the telenovela "El cielo es para todos" and in the film "La guerra santa". In 1980, Cámara worked in the series "Winnetou le mescalero", a French-Mexican co-production. His next work was in "Espejismo", a telenovela starred by Fanny Cano. In 1981, acted in "La leyenda de Rodrigo", a drama film and in "Infamia", a telenovela. In 1982 he played a villain in "Vanessa" and time later he got a supporting role in "Por amor". Carlos kept working in villain roles in telenovelas as "La fiera" (1983), "El extraño retorno de Diana Salazar" (1988), "Al filo de la muerte" (1991), "Bajo un mismo rostro" (1995), "El alma no tiene color" (1997), "Soñadoras" (1998), "Amor real" (2003) and "Rubí" (2004). In supporting roles, Cámara acted in "Principessa" (1984), "Juana Iris" (1985), "Cuna de lobos" (1986), "Mágica juventud" (1992), "La antorcha encendida" (1996), "La mentira" (1998), "Siempre te amaré" (2000), "La intrusa" (2001), "Peregrina" (2005), "La fea más bella" (2006) and "Hasta que el dinero nos separé" (2009). In films he also acted in "Masacre en el río Tula" (1985), "Y tú... ¿quién eres" (1990), "La guerra contra las drogas" (1990), "Gata por liebre" (1992) and "Sabel Redemption" (2009). Carlos television work includes three episodes of the TV series "La rosa de Guadalupe", this was his last work in 2012. Cámara died in February, 2016 in Mexico City.
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Celines Toribio was born in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic. She now lives in Los Angeles, California. Graduated from Lehman College (NYC) with a Bachelors Degree in Mass Communications and a Minor in Theater. A year before getting her degree, Celines worked as a host of several shows for Univision Network and ESPN Deportes. Using these platforms, she showcased powerful and talented men and women through in depth television interviews, radio shows, newspaper & magazine columns. Celines quickly gained not only popularity, but also the respect and love of her community, making her a household name in the Hispanic media world Her talent. She was chosen as one of 50 Most beautiful for People En Español Magazine. In the pursuit of her dream to become an actress, Celinés moved to Los Angeles and studied acting with Arthur Mendoza in LA and Sara Mornell in Atlanta. Soon after, she landed roles alongside the likes of Michelle Rodríguez, Edward James Olmos and Vin Diesel. On the heels of a successful acting career with more than 11 films as an actress, her interest in the film industry only grew, leading her to create Esencia Films, a company dedicated to supporting meaningful and rewarding independent projects. To date, the company has produced and screened award-winning films in Europe, the U.S. and the Caribbean, including The King of Havana, which premiered in Spain and received 3 high ranking recognition in the prestigious 2016 Goya awards.- Actor
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Alfonso DiLuca is a Dominican-American actor, writer and entrepreneur. He was born in Santo Domingo, the capital of the Dominican Republic on the Caribbean island of Hispaniola. His twenty-five year acting career spans stage and screen in Miami, New York and Los Angeles.
Alfonso is best known most recently for his role as "Jorge", in the beloved and popular TV series "Jane the Virgin". He is also known for memorable roles in hit Hispanic soap-operas like "Prisionera" (as Tito Cabello) and "La Viuda de Blanco" with NBC/Telemundo, which have been translated into numerous languages and distributed in worldwide syndication. Other works include the role of "Cristo" in "Burn Notice", as well as participations in multiple American TV series as "NCIS: New Orleans" and "Days of Our Lives" among others.
Alfonso got his first taste of acting about the age of ten. Through a connection from his businessman father, Alfonso appeared on Dominican television commercials promoting American products. In those school days, Alfonso also loved writing and drawing, and he made fun and profit by producing comic books that he wrote and sold to students at school. DiLuca is fully bilingual and university-educated in both English and Spanish, allowing him to speak English with a slight, flexible Hispanic accent, and to deliver a dynamic cross-cultural charm to all his roles. The much-younger brother of three children, Alfonso's childhood home was a social and artistic milieu frequented by numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, extended family and friends, high-ranking politicians, painters, sculptors and musicians. The family prospered in the 1960's and 70's in business and politics, and encouraged artistic endeavors. Alfonso's mother Nidia Cuervo became a recognized painter in the Dominican Republic who participated in exhibitions and received awards for her work. His abuela on his mother's side was a composer of music and the first female radio newscaster in the Dominican Republic.
DiLuca came of age zooming on his motorbike through the steamy streets of Santo Domingo as his attention turned to poetry and romance. He was drawn to studying, memorizing, and performing the classic Spanish poets, from Cervantes to Lope de Vega, as well as his own works within close circles. The family had political aspirations for the promising teenager, and Alfonso began to travel along the campaign trail with candidates who were often family members or friends. Winding through the rugged mountainous interior in long truck caravans, the political campaigners snaked across the island from town-to-town conducting rallies, delivering inspirational speeches, and distributing trinkets to humble locals. DiLuca absorbed the realities of island life, both inside and outside of the city. He gained a deep knowledge of the hardships, enthusiasm, and warm affection of the Dominican people. These early experiences continue to inform the authentic characters that DiLuca brings forth in his acting and writing.
In 1987, during his last year at the prestigious university, Instituto Tecnológico de Santo Domingo (INTEC), Alfonso received the award Primera Mención Honorífica for Poetry Writing. He received his Bachelor of Science Degree in Economics the following spring. By then, Alfonso had made the decision to leave the island and follow his passion for artistic and entrepreneurial endeavors in the United States. Accompanied by three boxes of his beloved books and a suitcase, Alfonso grabbed a bunk on a cargo ship crossing the 826 miles northwest to Miami, Florida. He enrolled in the International English Program at Florida State University in Tallahassee where he quickly completed the program and obtained the TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) certification demonstrating English proficiency. To further improve his skills, Alfonso studied photography, and in 1994 received the certification Applied Professional Photography, from the Art Institute of Ft. Lauderdale. He became a United States citizen while living in Miami.
DiLuca enrolled in the studio of renowned south-Florida acting coach Stewart Solomon and promptly became one of its most respected members by fellow students and Solomon himself. He was sought-after for his comedic timing and confident presence, and soon began to receive offers of representation. A Miami talent agent offered commercial representation after seeing Alfonso in one of Solomon's exhibitions of scenes and monologues. DiLuca's work attracted the attention of acclaimed Cuban-American acting coach and theater director, Teresa Maria Rojas and her colleagues. The mercurial Teresa Maria Rojas had founded Prometeo Theater Group, a principal bilingual theater in Miami. With Prometeo, Alfonso starred in several successful plays produced by this innovative theater company. After Prometeo, Alfonso was immersed in the Theater scene in Miami, where he co-starred in many plays by Hispanic and American playwrights. He made a name for himself in popular Latino Theater productions among the luminaries of Hispanic theater such as Zully Montero and Marta Picanes. A producer from the Hispanic television channel Telemundo contacted DiLuca's agent, opening the doors for Alfonso to enter the Telenovela (Spanish Soap Opera) world. He began to land supporting roles in Telenovelas, then co-starring in the popular "Ladrón de Corazónes" (Thief of Hearts), "Los Teens" (The Teens), "Prisionera" (Woman Prisoner) and "La Viuda de Blanco" (The Widow in White), among others. In 2001 Alfonso spent a year in New York City studying acting at Manhattan workshops, while appearing in industrials and commercials. After returning to his lucrative career in Miami, Alfonso even influenced Telemundo producers to cast his real-life mother, Nidia Cuervo, to play his "on-screen" mother in the popular Prisionera.
Alfonso has been based in the Los Angeles area since 2008. The veteran actor appears regularly in commercials, industrials, print ads, films, and television shows. He is the author of numerous registered scripts including Hispanic-themed (Bilingual) Screenplays, Comedy Series, Pilots and Short Films. His story lines treat themes related to Latin American historical fiction and current events.
He is currently developing a socio-political Dominican-American feature film action/drama. He is a collector of scientific books, an avid reader, a student of languages and anthropology, as well as an advanced scuba diver. So far, he has traveled to over 20 countries.- Actor
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Daniel Williams-Lopez was born in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, to parents Mercedes Williams-Lopez and John Williams. Raised by both educators and farmers, his parents, fueled by the pursuit of a better life, immigrated to America and instilled in him a deep appreciation for cinema from an early age.
Embarking on his acting journey at the age of 22, Daniel Williams-Lopez has made a mark in the entertainment industry with notable roles in various films and television productions. Some of his well-known works include "Breakwater," "True Memoirs of an International Assassin," "Being Mary Jane," "Submission," and "Assassination Nation," among others.- Actress
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Sharlene Taulé was born on 11 May 1982 in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic. She is an actress and writer, known for Birds of Prey (2020), Bad Boys for Life (2020) and Tropico de Sangre (2010).- Caroline Aquino was born in August 15th of 1986 in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic
She studied business administration at the "Universidad Iberoamericana" , where he received the mention of Magna Cum Laude.
She began to work in television in the programs "Santo Domingo TV" and "Sábado de Corporán". During 2011 he conducted the program "Tu mañana". He was also part of "Number One". In 2012 he won the dance contest "Los Famosos Bailan". In 2016 she worked as co-driver of the "Extremo a Extremo" program. - Actress
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Camila Santana was born in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic. She is an actress and casting director, known for Sol en el Agua (2021), Ramona (2023) and Hotel Coppelia (2021).- Actress
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Iris Peynado was born on 10 June 1958 in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic. She is an actress and producer, known for Devil Fish (1984), Warriors of the Wasteland (1983) and Iron Warrior (1987). She has been married to Primo Mariotti since 1988. They have one child. She was previously married to Salvatore Petrone.- Music Artist
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After a year of study in philosophy and literature at the Universidad Autónoma de Santo Domingo, he switched to the Conservatorio Nacional de Música where he finished his undergraduate study. Guerra was a great admirer at this time of the nueva canción, embodied by Pablo Milanés, Silvio Rodríguez and Facundo Cabral.
After finishing his study at the Santo Domingo conservatory, Guerra went to the Berklee College of Music in Boston to study composition and arranging.
After his return to the Dominican Republic, he released his first album, Soplando (1984) with a group of local musicians which subsequently became known as Juan Luis Guerra y 440. The 440 part of the band's name refers to the standard tuning "A=440."
Two albums followed, Mudanza y Acarreo and Mientras más lo pienso ... tú. Although they saw little acclaim internationally, the band garnered some fame in their country, resulting in them being nominated to represent the Dominican Republic at the prestigious Festival OTI.
Their next album, in 1989, brought them international fame. Ojalá que Llueva Cafe became a number one hit in many Latin American countries, with the hit song of the same name. Subsequently, a video of the hit song was filmed and Juan Luis Guerra and his 4-40 band began touring. (The song's fame was revived in 1996 with a cover by Café Tacuba). In 1990, they released their next album, Bachata Rosa, which also became a major hit, selling more than 5 million copies at that time, and allowing Guerra to keep touring Latin America, USA and Europe. This album contains memorable love songs such as "Burbujas de amor" and "Estrellitas y Duendes".
Guerra became a controversial figure in the Dominican Republic after he released his next album, Areito. "Areito" (1992), featured the hit single "El costo de la vida," ("The Cost of Living") but the video version was banned in several countries.
He protested against the poor conditions in many Latin American countries, the celebration of the "Americas' Discovery, (1492)" and the double standard policies of first world nations. ('Areito' is a Taino word for song and dance).
That situation might have had something to do with his next album, Fogaraté (1995), where he stayed away from recording any protest songs.
One of his most recent albums, Ni es lo Mismo ni es Igual (1998), garnered much critical acclaim. It won three Latin Grammys in 2000.
In 2004, Guerra released his first new album in six years. Entitled "Para Ti", the album's songs are mostly religious in nature, reflecting Guerra's conversion to evangelical Christianity. With this album the singer won two awards at the 2005 Billboards in the categories of Gospel-Pop and Tropical-Merengue. In the same time, Guerra was honored with the Latino Special Award for the Music Academy of Spain for his contributions to the music of his country and the Caribbean in the last 20 years.