Personal info
Known for
Actor
Gender
Female
Birthday
15 July
Location
New York, United States
Edit pageLiza Colón-Zayas
Biography
Liza Colón-Zayas is an American actress and playwright known for her work in television, film, and theatre. She was born on 23 July 1965 in New York City, USA, and has built a career spanning several decades.
Colón-Zayas began her professional career in theatre, performing in numerous stage productions in New York. She later transitioned into television and film, appearing in series such as Law & Order, Sex and the City, Blue Bloods, Dexter, and David Makes Man.
She gained international recognition for her role as Tina Marrero in the acclaimed FX comedy-drama series The Bear (2022–present). Tina is a tough and experienced member of the restaurant kitchen staff who initially struggles to accept Carmy and Sydney's changes but gradually becomes an important part of the new team.
Her performance in The Bear earned widespread acclaim and led to a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series, making her one of the show's standout performers.
Selected Filmography
- Law & Order — Television
- Sex and the City — Television
- Blue Bloods — Television
- Dexter — Television
- David Makes Man — Television
- The Bear (2022–present) — Tina Marrero
Liza Colón-Zayas has established herself as a respected character actress through her extensive work in theatre, television, and film. Her portrayal of Tina in The Bear marked a major milestone in her career and brought her work to a wider international audience.
