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Marisa Ramirez was born in Los Angeles, California on September 15, 1977. At age 13, she was discovered by a major modeling agency in Los Angeles. The Catholic schoolgirl then began a busy career in commercials and print work.
Marisa RamirezWhen she got bored with modeling, Marisa took the next step and began taking acting classes. She credits them for helping her to overcome her shyness. Soon after, she began winning guest roles on soap operas and other television shows. This led her to co-hosting Senseless Acts of Video on MTV in 2000.
Marisa’s big breakthrough was originating the role of Gia Campbell on General Hospital, a role she played for over two years. Within a year, she was nominated for an Alma award and a Soap Opera Digest award. While still working on General Hospital, Marisa auditioned for and won the role of Evelyn Santos on Miracles.
Marisa lives in California with her husband Nathan Lavezoli and their three dogs.