Elpidia Carrillo

Elpidia Carrillo, born on August 16, 1961, in Parácuaro, Michoacán, Mexico, is an acclaimed actor and director known for her powerful performances in both Hollywood and international films. She gained widespread recognition for her role as Anna in the iconic film "Predator" (1987) and its sequel, "Predator 2" (1990). Carrillo's career spans decades, with notable appearances in critically acclaimed films such as "Salvador" (1986) and "Nine Lives" (2005), the latter earning her an Independent Spirit Award nomination for Best Supporting Female. Her television work includes roles in series like "ER" (NBC, 1994-2009), "The River" (ABC, 2012), and more recently, appearances in "Mayans M.C." (FX, 2018-present) and "Law & Order: Special Victims Unit" (NBC, 1999-present). Carrillo has also contributed to projects like "Bread and Roses" (2000) and "The Tax Collector" (2020), showcasing her versatility as an actress. Recently, she has been featured in shows like "The Cleaning Lady" (FOX, 2022-) and "Snowfall" (FX, 2017-2023), and movies such as "Madres" (2021) and "Blue Beetle" (2023). Behind the camera, Carrillo has explored filmmaking and continues to advocate for the representation of Latinx stories in Hollywood. Currently, she is involved in new film projects and continues to use her platform to highlight issues affecting marginalized communities.