Ana Ortiz
Biography
Ana Ortiz is an American actress and singer. Born on January 25, 1971, in Manhattan, New York, she was raised in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Ortiz is a native of Manhattan, New York. She has appeared in various acting credits, with 67 known credits. Ortiz has been involved in several notable projects, including the ABC comedy-drama series Ugly Betty, where she played the role of Hilda Suarez. She has also appeared in the comedy films Labor Pains and Big Mommas: Like Father, Like Son. Additionally, Ortiz starred as Marisol Suarez in the Lifetime television comedy-drama series Devious Maids from 2013 to 2016.
Career overview
Ana Ortiz is an American actress and singer. She was born in Manhattan, New York, and raised in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Ortiz has appeared in various television and film projects throughout her career. She is known for her work in the ABC comedy-drama series Ugly Betty, where she played the role of Hilda Suarez, the older sister of the title character.
In addition to her work on Ugly Betty, Ortiz has appeared in several films, including Labor Pains and Big Mommas: Like Father, Like Son. She also starred in the Lifetime television comedy-drama series Devious Maids, playing the role of Marisol Suarez, from 2013 to 2016. Ortiz has received recognition for her performances, including the ALMA Award for Outstanding Supporting Actress in 2007.
Ortiz's acting credits span over 67 projects, showcasing her versatility and range as a performer. Her work in both television and film has allowed her to explore different characters and storylines, demonstrating her ability to adapt to various roles and genres. With a career spanning multiple decades, Ortiz continues to be a prominent figure in the entertainment industry.
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68 titles- Imperfect Women (2026) as Detective Bethany Ganz
- Goosebumps: The Vanishing (2025) as Jen Diaz
- E.B. White's Charlotte's Web (2025) as Dolores Arable (voice)
- Brilliant Minds (2024) as Alyssa Rivera
- Nobody Dumps My Daughter (2024) as Mary
- History of the World: Part II (2023) as Alexandra Romanov
- Monster High 2 (2023) as Zamara Prue
- Snag (2023) as Victoria
- Sherri (2022) as Self - Guest
- A Nashville Country Christmas (2022) as Veronica
- Arlo the Alligator Boy (2021) as Stroller Mom / Interviewer / Rich Women (voice)
- Love, Victor (2020) as Isabel Salazar
- Princess of the Row (2020) as Magdalene Rodriguez
- Undone (2019) as Tia Monse
- Whiskey Cavalier (2019) as Susan Sampson
- Special (2019) as Susan
- Sophie's Quinceanera (2019) as Alma
- 25 Words or Less (2018) as Self
- Ralph Breaks the Internet (2018) as Ballet Mom (voice)
- The Keeping Hours (2017) as Janice
- DreamWorks Home: For the Holidays (2017) as Lucy Tucci (voice)
- Angie Tribeca (2016) as Betty Crocker
- Home: Adventures with Tip & Oh (2016) as (voice)
- Elena and the Secret of Avalor (2016) as Rafa (voice)
- Love Is All You Need? (2016) as Susan Miller
- Trust Fund (2016) as Meredith
- Superstore (2015) as Claudia
- How to Get Away with Murder (2014) as Paula Murphy
- black-ish (2014) as Angelica
- Marry Me (2014) as Hailey
- Such Good People (2014) as Detective Diane Kershman
- Devious Maids (2013) as Marisol Suarez
- Sleeping with the Fishes (2013) as Kayla Fish
- The Mindy Project (2012) as Dr. Mary Hernandez
- Revenge (2011) as Bizzy Preston
- Big Mommas: Like Father, Like Son (2011) as Headmistress
- Covert Affairs (2010) as Karen Coughlin
- Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen (2009) as Self - Guest
- Celebrity Ghost Stories (2009) as Self
- Hung (2009) as Lydia
- Labor Pains (2009) as Donna
- The Wendy Williams Show (2008)
- Batman: Gotham Knight (2008) as Anna Ramirez (voice)
- Tortilla Heaven (2008) as Chicana #1
- Little Girl Lost: The Delimar Vera Story (2008) as Valerie Valleja
- Army Wives (2007) as Sandy
- Ugly Betty (2006) as Hilda Suarez
- The New Adventures of Old Christine (2006) as Belinda
- Commander in Chief (2005) as Isabelle Rios
- Freddie (2005) as Gina
- Over There (2005) as Anna
- Blind Justice (2005) as Letitia Barreras
- Boston Legal (2004) as A.D.A. Holly Raines
- Best Week Ever (2004)
- Foster Hall (2004)
- A.U.S.A. (2003) as Ana Rivera
- Carolina (2003) as Christen
- Do Over (2002)
- Mr. St. Nick (2002) as Lorena
- Kristin (2001) as Santa Clemente
- Strong Medicine (2000) as Elena Delgado
- King of the Korner (2000) as Isabel
- Family Guy (1999) as Maid (voice)
- Family Guy (1999) as Cinammon (voice)
- Futurama (1999) as Marquita (voice)
- Everybody Loves Raymond (1996) as Natasha
- ER (1994) as Laura
- Godless as Angela
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Ana Ortiz best known for?
Ana Ortiz is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Imperfect Women (2026), Goosebumps: The Vanishing (2025), Brilliant Minds (2024), History of the World: Part II (2023).
When and where was Ana Ortiz born?
Ana Ortiz was born on January 25, 1971 in Manhattan, New York, USA.
How many credits does Ana Ortiz have?
Ana Ortiz has accumulated over 68 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1994 to 2026.
What is Ana Ortiz's background in cinema and television?
Ana Ortiz is an American actress and singer. Born on January 25, 1971, in Manhattan, New York, she was raised in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Ortiz is a native of Manhattan, New York. She has appeared in various acting credits, with 67 known credits. Ortiz has been involved in several notable projects, including the ABC...