Charisse Uy, a talented Chinese Filipino and Spanish actress, has been actively pursuing her acting career since 2017, taking on various roles in both New Zealand-made and US productions. Her impressive resume boasts notable credits such as the MTV series "The Shannara Chronicles", Netflix's "The Legend of Monkey" and "Cowboy Bebop", as well as Amazon Studios' "The Wilds".
In recent years, Uy has gained widespread recognition for her captivating portrayal of Lovely Rivera on New Zealand's longest-running television series, "Shortland Street". Her character's dynamic personality, marked by her carefree and adventurous nature, has resonated with audiences, leading to a significant fan base and even requests for her return to the show for an extended period.
Aside from her work on "Shortland Street", Uy has also made notable appearances in other New Zealand screen productions, including the comedy-drama series "Raised by Refugees" for Prime TV, as well as the critically acclaimed documentaries "Beyond The Veil - Albularyo & Kāinga" for NZIFF.
