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- Birthday: 1978-07-12
- Born Place: Bexar County, Texas, USA
Also Known As:
Michelle Rodríguez, Мишель Родригес, Мішель Родріґес, 미셸 로드리게스, 米歇尔·罗德里格兹, Mayte Michelle Rodriguez, Μισέλ Ροντρίγκες, Μισέλ Ροντρίγκεζ, Mayte Michelle Rodríguez, ミシェル・ロドリゲス, میشل رودریگز, 米歇尔·罗德里格斯, 蜜雪兒·羅德里奎茲
Michelle Rodriguez
Michelle Rodriguez is an American actress, screenwriter, and DJ, renowned for her dynamic roles in action films and her advocacy for social causes. Born Mayte Michelle Rodríguez on July 12, 1978, in San Antonio, Texas, she was raised in a multicultural environment, which influenced her strong sense of identity and resilience. Rodriguez's career began with a breakthrough performance in the 2000 indie film Girlfight, where she portrayed Diana Guzman, a troubled teenager who finds empowerment through boxing. Her compelling portrayal earned her the Independent Spirit Award for Best Debut Performance and the Gotham Award for Best Debut Performance, marking her as a rising star in Hollywood. She gained international fame with her role as Letty Ortiz in the Fast & Furious franchise, starting in 2001. Her character, a skilled street racer and mechanic, became an iconic symbol of strength and loyalty, resonating with audiences worldwide. Rodriguez has reprised this role in multiple sequels, solidifying her status as a key figure in the series. Beyond her work in the Fast & Furious films, Rodriguez has showcased her versatility in various genres. She starred as Trudy Chacón in James Cameron's Avatar (2009), portrayed Ana Lucia Cortez in the television series Lost (2004–2010), and took on a gender-bending role in the action film The Assignment (2016), where she played a hitman who undergoes involuntary sexual reassignment surgery. Outside of acting, Rodriguez is known for her advocacy on issues such as LGBTQ+ rights, environmental conservation, and immigration reform. She has used her platform to support various charitable organizations, including the ACLU and the Human Rights Campaign. Additionally, she is an accomplished DJ and has performed at events like the Cannes Film Festival and the Sundance Film Festival.
