Marisa Petroro
Biography
Marisa Petroro, who is also sometimes credited as Marisa Parker, is an American actress and model born on February 11, 1972, in Elizabeth, New Jersey, United States. She obtained her first television job by appearing in Ned and Stacey, and her first national commercial for Clear Blue Easy was directed by David Lynch. Petroro worked regularly on a number of shows, with appearances including Rescue 77, The Pretender, The Young and the Restless, According to Jim, Reno 911!, Las Vegas, Scrubs, and Rules of Engagement. She was also one of the recognized briefcase models for four seasons on Deal or No Deal, where she held case number 18, and she guest-starred opposite Eva Longoria on Desperate Housewives.
Career overview
Marisa Petroro is an American actress and model who was born on February 11, 1972, in Elizabeth, New Jersey. She is sometimes credited under the name Marisa Parker. Her career includes 47 known acting credits, and she secured her first television job by appearing in the show Ned and Stacey. Her first national commercial for Clear Blue Easy was directed by David Lynch.
Following her early work, Petroro began working regularly on a variety of television series. Her television appearances include roles and guest spots in Rescue 77, The Pretender, The Young and The Restless, According to Jim, Reno 911!, Las Vegas, Scrubs, and Rules of Engagement. Additionally, she guest starred opposite Eva Longoria on Desperate Housewives.
Alongside her scripted television work, Petroro gained widespread recognition as one of the briefcase beauties on the game show Deal or No Deal. She served as a model on the program for four seasons, during which she held case number 18.
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Full Filmography
47 titles- Strange Harvest (2025) as Monica
- Deadly Vows (2025) as Leah
- Speak with the Dead (2024) as Ruth
- Phone Book (2023) as Elizabeth
- Ford v Ferrari (2019) as Mrs. Henry Ford
- The Pursuit (2018) as Angela
- The Remake (2016) as Beverly
- Hopeless Romantic (2016) as Sylvia
- Touch (2012) as Ipolita
- Celebrity Sex Tape (2012) as Maria
- The Millionaire Tour (2012) as Nola
- The Terrain (2012) as Katie
- Franklin & Bash (2011) as Simone Winters
- Old Dogs & New Tricks (2011) as Tanya Dickson
- Life at the Resort (2011) as Gina Murray
- Held Up (2010) as Sabrina
- Rules of Engagement (2007) as Crystal
- Reno 911!: Miami (2007) as Drug Lord's Girlfriend
- Everybody Wants to Be Italian (2007) as Isabella Bisclari
- One Day Like Rain (2007) as Tatiana
- Dexter (2006) as Kate
- Unrest (2006) as Alita Covas
- Bachelor Party Vegas (2006) as The Showgirl
- Deal or No Deal (2005) as Self
- Freddie (2005) as Trish
- Desperate Housewives (2004) as Italian Secretary
- No Witness (2004) as Celeste Cartier
- Las Vegas (2003) as Bobbi Hartman
- Reno 911! (2003) as Heidi
- Flatland (2002) as Marguerite
- Big Fat Liar (2002) as Reporter
- Pumpkin (2002) as Courtney Burke
- Sex, Politics & Cocktails (2002)
- Flatland (2002) as Marguerite
- The Diplomat (2002) as Lucia
- Scrubs (2001) as Cavewoman
- According to Jim (2001) as Beautiful Woman
- The Learning Curve (2001) as Maria (as Marisa Parker)
- The Right Hook (2000) as Cute Lesbian
- A Murder of Crows (1999) as Laura
- Brimstone (1998) as Lila
- Contact (1997) as Oval Office Secretary (uncredited)
- Rose by Any Other Name... (1997)
- The Pretender (1996) as Emily (uncredited)
- The Pretender (1996) as Emily
- The Tonight Show with Jay Leno (1992)
- The Oscars (1953) as Self
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Marisa Petroro best known for?
Marisa Petroro is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Strange Harvest (2025), Ford v Ferrari (2019), Touch (2012), Celebrity Sex Tape (2012).
When and where was Marisa Petroro born?
Marisa Petroro was born on February 11, 1972 in Elizabeth, New Jersey, USA.
How many credits does Marisa Petroro have?
Marisa Petroro has accumulated over 47 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1953 to 2025.
What is Marisa Petroro's background in cinema and television?
Marisa Petroro, who is also sometimes credited as Marisa Parker, is an American actress and model born on February 11, 1972, in Elizabeth, New Jersey, United States. She obtained her first television job by appearing in Ned and Stacey, and her first national commercial for Clear Blue Easy was directed by David Lynch. P...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Dexter (2006) as Kate — aged about 34
- Scrubs (2001) as Cavewoman — aged about 29
- Ford v Ferrari (2019) as Mrs. Henry Ford — aged about 47
- Desperate Housewives (2004) as Italian Secretary — aged about 32
- Brimstone (1998) as Lila — aged about 26
- Contact (1997) as Oval Office Secretary (uncredited) — aged about 25
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