Marisa Carolina Ramirez is an American actress born on September 15, 1977, who stands at a remarkable height of 5'6" (1.68 meters),showcasing her petite yet striking presence. Her journey in the entertainment industry commenced at the tender age of 13, when she was discovered by a prominent Los Angeles modeling agency, thereby launching her international modeling career.
As her modeling career flourished, Ramirez eventually returned to the United States, where she seamlessly transitioned into the realms of hosting and acting, showcasing her versatility and range as a performer.
Noted television personality, Ramirez has made a significant impact on audiences through her prominent roles in a multitude of prime-time and daytime television series.
Currently, she is captivating viewers as Detective Maria Baez on the fourth season of CBS's critically acclaimed drama, Blue Bloods, showcasing her exceptional acting skills.
In addition to her current role, Ramirez has also made notable appearances as Officer Riley Dunn on ABC's crime drama, Body of Proof, further solidifying her reputation as a talented and versatile actress.
Prior to her recurring roles, Ramirez was a series regular on Lifetime's Against the Wall, bringing to life the character of Detective Lina Flores in 2011.
Although Against the Wall received respectable ratings, unfortunately, the series was not renewed for a second season, leaving fans eagerly anticipating her next project.
Before taking on the pivotal role, Ramirez had previously garnered recognition for her portrayal of Melitta on the acclaimed Starz series Spartacus: Gods of the Arena, a production that was filmed in the picturesque country of New Zealand.
Ramirez's career-defining moment occurred in July 2000, when she landed the coveted contract role of the captivating and enigmatic supermodel Gia Campbell on the esteemed and long-running daytime drama, General Hospital.
As Gia Campbell, she mesmerized audiences with her captivating on-screen presence, effortlessly bringing depth and nuance to the character. Her impressive portrayal earned her a slew of prestigious award nominations, including the esteemed ALMA and NAACP Awards.
However, in December 2002, Ramirez made the bold decision to leave her role on General Hospital, opting instead to star in the short-lived yet intriguing ABC drama, Miracles.
In the month of April, the year being 2006, a significant career milestone was achieved by the individual in question, as she joined the esteemed cast of The Young and the Restless, a popular television soap opera. At the time, she took on the role of a public relations consultant for Jabot Cosmetics, a fictional company within the show's narrative, with the character's name being Carmen Mesta. This stint with the show lasted for a period of approximately five months, during which time she brought the character to life with her acting talents.
Unfortunately, the character of Carmen Mesta was ultimately killed off, marking the end of the individual's initial run with the show. However, her time on The Young and the Restless was not yet at an end, as she briefly returned to the series in the early months of the following year, 2007. On this occasion, she played the role of Ines Vargas, a cousin of the previously portrayed character Carmen Mesta.
Soon after this significant event, she made the decision to relocate to Colombia, where she had the opportunity to participate in the filming of the Fox summer series, titled Mental, alongside notable actors Chris Vance and Annabella Sciorra.
Prior to this, Ramirez had entered into a marriage with Nathan Lavezoli on September 22, 2002, a union that unfortunately came to an end with a divorce in November 2011.
