Lisa Ortiz
Theatre and voice actress; voice of Lina Inverse
Theatre and voice actress; voice of Lina Inverse
An accomplished theatre and voice actress, significant contributions have been made to animation and video game voice acting. Ortiz rose to prominence through the role of Lina Inverse in the popular anime series 'Slayers', which gained a large fan base during the 1990s. In addition to anime, Ortiz has provided voices for numerous characters in video games, including titles such as 'Yu-Gi-Oh!' and 'Psycho-Pass'. Ortiz also has an extensive background in theatre, collaborating with different projects and productions.
Voice of Lina Inverse in 'Slayers'
Voice roles in 'Yu-Gi-Oh!' and 'Psycho-Pass'
Aparicio gained international recognition through a leading role in the film 'Roma', directed by Alfonso Cuarón. The film was critically acclaimed and won several awards, including the Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film. Prior to this role, she worked as a teacher and had no formal training in acting. Her performance earned her an Academy Award nomination for Best Actress, marking her as one of the first Indigenous women to receive such recognition in this category. Her impactful portrayal resonated with audiences and highlighted the importance of Indigenous voices in cinema.
Continue ReadingBorn in 1985, this actress gained recognition for her role in the television series 'How to Get Away with Murder.' Originating from Mexico City, she studied acting in both Mexico and the United States. In addition to her work in television, she appeared in films such as 'Nosotros los Nobles' and 'Everybody Loves Somebody.' Her performances have earned her accolades within the industry, contributing to her prominence in both Mexican and American cinema.
Continue ReadingAn Australian actor gained recognition for work in film and television. Starred in the supernatural thriller 'Chronicle', released in 2012, which achieved commercial success. Appeared in the television series 'L.A. Rangers' and participated in other notable projects. Established a reputation in the industry through a combination of talent and a range of roles, demonstrating versatility in performances.
Continue ReadingA professional basketball player played as a center in the NBA. Played college basketball at Georgetown University. Selected as the 17th overall pick in the 2008 NBA Draft by the Toronto Raptors but immediately traded to the Indiana Pacers. Played for the Pacers from 2008 to 2015, contributing to the team reaching the Eastern Conference Finals in 2013. Named an NBA All-Star in 2012 and recognized for defensive skills, earning a spot on the NBA All-Defensive Team in 2014. Concluded NBA career playing for the Los Angeles Lakers in the 2015-2016 season.
Continue ReadingAchieved an Olympic gold medal in women's lightweight boxing at the 2020 Tokyo Games. Claimed the World Amateur Boxing Championship title in 2018 and 2019. Competed for the Portland Rowing Club and has been involved in community initiatives promoting boxing and health. Recognized in Ireland for contributions to sports and youth engagement.
Continue ReadingBorn in 1996, a career began in film with a breakthrough performance in 'True Grit', earning an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actress. Transitioned to music, releasing the successful EP 'Haiz' and singles like 'Love Myself'. Gained recognition for portraying Emily Junk in the 'Pitch Perfect' film series. Also starred in the television series 'Dickinson', reflecting a modern interpretation of the life of poet Emily Dickinson.
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