Michelle Rodriguez
American actress in action films

Born
July 12th, 1978
46 years ago
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United States
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This actress gained prominence through performances in action films, particularly in the 'Fast & Furious' franchise as Letty Ortiz. Additionally, appeared in the cult classic 'Girlfight,' which earned critical acclaim and several awards, including the Best Actress award at the Sundance Film Festival. Diverse roles have included characters in 'Avatar' and the TV series 'Lost.' Rodriguez has established a career characterized by strong and dynamic female roles in high-octane contexts, often challenging traditional representations in the film industry.
Starred in 'Fast & Furious' franchise
Appeared in 'Girlfight'
Played a key role in 'Lost'
Featured in 'Avatar'
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