ROSELYN SáNCHEZ
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'Roselyn Sanchez' (born April 2, 1973 in San Juan, Puerto Rico) is a Latin Grammy Award-nominated singer, model and film/television actress.
Roselyn is the youngest of four siblings, having three older brothers. She received her primary education in San Juan. At a young age, she showed an interest in both dancing and acting and would put on shows for her family.
In 1991, at the age of 18, Roselyn moved to New York City, where she took classes in dancing, acting and singing. She returned to Puerto Rico and in 1992, she made her movie debut, having landed a small part as an island girl in the movie ''Captain Ron'', which was partly filmed on the island, starring Martin Short and Kurt Russell.
Roselyn enrolled in the University of Puerto Rico, where, like her father and brothers, she was to study marketing. However, this was not her calling, and after three years, she left the course.
In Puerto Rico, she gained public attention as a dancer and co-host of an island's variety show called ''Que Vacilon''. At that time, in 1993, Roselyn won the Miss Puerto Rico Petite contest and in 1994 she won the international title of Miss America Petite. The contest rose Sanchez to international fame.
Roselyn has been named to numerous annual lists of beautiful women including Maxim Magazine Hot 100 in 2001, 2002 and 2006; AskMen.com's Top 99 Most Desirable Women in 2005 and 2006; FHM Magazine 100 Sexiest Women in 2005 and 2006[1].
Roselyn returned to New York and landed her first English speaking role in the CBS soap opera, ''As The World Turns''. She played the role of "Pilar Domingo" from 1996 until 1997.
In 2001, Roselyn was cast as "Isabella Molina", an undercover United States Secret Service agent who was Jackie Chan's love interest in the hit movie ''Rush Hour 2''. In 2003, she played the role of "Lorena" in the movie ''Chasing Papi'' starring alongside Jaci Velasquez and Sofia Vergara.
Roselyn Sanchez has already acted in 20 movies, including the role of Maria in ''Edison'' as well as the role of Karen Lopez in ''Underclassman''. She also starred in the Puerto Rican film ''Cayo'' released in 2005.
She is in the process of composing a musical about a singer/dancer/actress who leaves Puerto Rico to hit the big time in New York, in this she is going to play the principal part. She is preparing for her role in ''The Perfect Sleep'', a neo-noir drama, where she is co-staring with Patrick Bauchau, Tony Amendola, Isaac Singleton, and Peter Lucas.
In the Fall of 2005, she joined the cast of ''Without a Trace'', where she plays Agent Elena Delgado.
In 2007, she released the film ''Yellow''.
In 2005, her first musical recording ''Borinqueña'' was released. The album first single "Amor Amor" gained a lot of attention as well as a Latin Grammy nomination for Best Music Video.
As well as Craig David's music videos Hidden Agenda and Personal.
Appears in the Fabolous video for "Make Me Better".
She is currently dating Eric Winter of CBS hit series Viva Laughlin.
Sánchez was married to actor Gary Stretch from 1999 to 2001. After her divorce, she started a relationship with Puerto Rican salsa singer, Víctor Manuelle. However, in December 2005, she announced that she had ended their relationship. The separation was amicable. Currently, she has been dating actor Eric Winter for over a year.
Roselyn is a supporter of animal rights and active member of PETA. She recently appeared nude in a PETA ad in support of anti-fur campaign efforts. [1]
★ ''Captain Ron'' (1992)
★ ''Held Up'' (1999)
★ ''Rush Hour 2'' (2001)
★ ''Miss Miami'' (2002) (TV)
★ ''Boat Trip'' (2002)
★ ''Nightstalker'' (2002)
★ ''Basic'' (2003)
★ ''Chasing Papi'' (2003)
★ ''State Property 2'' (2005)
★ ''Underclassman'' (2005)
★ ''Edison'' (2005)
★ ''Shooting Gallery'' (2005)
★ ''Yellow'' (2007)
★ ''Venus & Vegas'' (2007)
1. FreeJose.com
★ List of famous Puerto Ricans
★ Roselyn Sanchez Bio at CBS - Without A Trace
★
★ Roselyn Sanchez Shows Her Skin to Save Animals
★ Realm of Roselyn Sanchez
★ Roselyn Fansite
'Roselyn Sanchez' (born April 2, 1973 in San Juan, Puerto Rico) is a Latin Grammy Award-nominated singer, model and film/television actress.
| Contents |
| Biography |
| Early Years |
| Rise to Fame |
| Roselyn in Hollywood |
| Musical Career |
| Personal Life |
| Filmography |
| Discography |
| References |
| See also |
| External links |
Biography
Early Years
Roselyn is the youngest of four siblings, having three older brothers. She received her primary education in San Juan. At a young age, she showed an interest in both dancing and acting and would put on shows for her family.
In 1991, at the age of 18, Roselyn moved to New York City, where she took classes in dancing, acting and singing. She returned to Puerto Rico and in 1992, she made her movie debut, having landed a small part as an island girl in the movie ''Captain Ron'', which was partly filmed on the island, starring Martin Short and Kurt Russell.
Roselyn enrolled in the University of Puerto Rico, where, like her father and brothers, she was to study marketing. However, this was not her calling, and after three years, she left the course.
Rise to Fame
In Puerto Rico, she gained public attention as a dancer and co-host of an island's variety show called ''Que Vacilon''. At that time, in 1993, Roselyn won the Miss Puerto Rico Petite contest and in 1994 she won the international title of Miss America Petite. The contest rose Sanchez to international fame.
Roselyn has been named to numerous annual lists of beautiful women including Maxim Magazine Hot 100 in 2001, 2002 and 2006; AskMen.com's Top 99 Most Desirable Women in 2005 and 2006; FHM Magazine 100 Sexiest Women in 2005 and 2006[1].
Roselyn returned to New York and landed her first English speaking role in the CBS soap opera, ''As The World Turns''. She played the role of "Pilar Domingo" from 1996 until 1997.
Roselyn in Hollywood
In 2001, Roselyn was cast as "Isabella Molina", an undercover United States Secret Service agent who was Jackie Chan's love interest in the hit movie ''Rush Hour 2''. In 2003, she played the role of "Lorena" in the movie ''Chasing Papi'' starring alongside Jaci Velasquez and Sofia Vergara.
Roselyn Sanchez has already acted in 20 movies, including the role of Maria in ''Edison'' as well as the role of Karen Lopez in ''Underclassman''. She also starred in the Puerto Rican film ''Cayo'' released in 2005.
She is in the process of composing a musical about a singer/dancer/actress who leaves Puerto Rico to hit the big time in New York, in this she is going to play the principal part. She is preparing for her role in ''The Perfect Sleep'', a neo-noir drama, where she is co-staring with Patrick Bauchau, Tony Amendola, Isaac Singleton, and Peter Lucas.
In the Fall of 2005, she joined the cast of ''Without a Trace'', where she plays Agent Elena Delgado.
In 2007, she released the film ''Yellow''.
Musical Career
In 2005, her first musical recording ''Borinqueña'' was released. The album first single "Amor Amor" gained a lot of attention as well as a Latin Grammy nomination for Best Music Video.
As well as Craig David's music videos Hidden Agenda and Personal.
Appears in the Fabolous video for "Make Me Better".
She is currently dating Eric Winter of CBS hit series Viva Laughlin.
Personal Life
Sánchez was married to actor Gary Stretch from 1999 to 2001. After her divorce, she started a relationship with Puerto Rican salsa singer, Víctor Manuelle. However, in December 2005, she announced that she had ended their relationship. The separation was amicable. Currently, she has been dating actor Eric Winter for over a year.
Roselyn is a supporter of animal rights and active member of PETA. She recently appeared nude in a PETA ad in support of anti-fur campaign efforts. [1]
Filmography
★ ''Captain Ron'' (1992)
★ ''Held Up'' (1999)
★ ''Rush Hour 2'' (2001)
★ ''Miss Miami'' (2002) (TV)
★ ''Boat Trip'' (2002)
★ ''Nightstalker'' (2002)
★ ''Basic'' (2003)
★ ''Chasing Papi'' (2003)
★ ''State Property 2'' (2005)
★ ''Underclassman'' (2005)
★ ''Edison'' (2005)
★ ''Shooting Gallery'' (2005)
★ ''Yellow'' (2007)
★ ''Venus & Vegas'' (2007)
Discography
References
1. FreeJose.com
See also
★ List of famous Puerto Ricans
External links
★ Roselyn Sanchez Bio at CBS - Without A Trace
★
★ Roselyn Sanchez Shows Her Skin to Save Animals
★ Realm of Roselyn Sanchez
★ Roselyn Fansite
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