Cristina is a first generation American actress of Spanish and Latin American heritage.
Raised in a Spanish speaking household with a strong influence from women in a multigenerational, immigrant family, Cristina grew up between the influences of her Spanish father, her mother’s Andean roots and Miami’s uniquely multicultural communities. As a child, her life centered around music, dance and theater, helping her develop a nuanced understanding of identity, human connection and belonging that continues to inform her work as an actor.
She loves to dance. Argentine tango, salsa, swing, heels, ballet…she is currently immersed in a new study of contemporary dance and floor work.
Cristina works between Los Angeles and New York.
Cristina has worked in-front and behind the camera on network television, appeared in national commercials, and recently completed work as a lead in a psychological thriller alongside Martin Martinez
and Orlando Pineda.
The Truth-Teller.
The Quiet Disruptor.
The Wild Romantic.
Collaboration
Behind The Camera
Cristina's work behind the camera is rooted in her belief that great storytelling begins with strong collaboration. As an actor, improviser, and educator, she brings a unique understanding of performance, communication, and human behavior to every stage of the creative process.
Available for script supervision and continuity, assistant directing, directing, and on-set acting coaching on narrative motion pictures, and creative director on still shoots. Cristina enjoys supporting independent filmmakers and creative teams in bringing authentic, character-driven stories to life. She is currently receiving mentorship from script supervisor and educator Randi Feldman as she continues to grow her work as a filmmaker and creative collaborator.
Teaching Artist
In addition to her work as an actor, Cristina is a dedicated Teaching Artist who finds immense fulfillment in empowering young actors to build confidence, strengthen their craft, and discover their unique set of superpowers.
She welcomes opportunities to teach, coach, and collaborate with studios, schools, and arts organizations.
Her team also designs workshops focused on communication, teamwork, creative problem-solving, and social intelligence through improvisation, helping participants build trust and skills that extend beyond the stage or screen.