Alyssa Diaz
American actress from 'The Rookie'
Born
September 7th, 1985
39 years ago
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United States
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An actress gained recognition for work in television and film. Played a significant role in the series 'Southland' as Angela Lopez. Appeared in the series 'The Rookie' as Angela Lopez, contributing to its popularity. Also featured in the film 'The Last Ship' and had appearances in several other series, showcasing versatility in various genres.
Played Angela Lopez in 'The Rookie'
Starred in 'Southland' as Angela Lopez
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