| Birth date | April 23, 1997 (age 29) |
|---|---|
| Birth place | Los Angeles, California |
| Occupation | Actress |
| Years active | 2009–present |
LaToya Tonodeo is an American actress. She is best known for playing Diana Tejada in the crime drama series Power Book II: Ghost and Tara Byrd in the crime drama series The Oath.
Early life
Tonodeo was born in Los Angeles, California on April 23, 1997.[1]
Career
She made her on screen debut at the age of 12 in the tv movie Becoming Pony Boi where she played a party girl.[2] Her first appearance in a television series was playing Ashley in 2 episodes of the drama series The Fosters.[3] Her first big role came playing Tara Byrd in the crime series The Oath.[4] She gained popularity for her best known role yet as Diana Tejada in the crime drama series Power Book II: Ghost[5][6]
Personal life
She is married to fellow actor Arlen Escarpeta.[7] She names her mother, her deceased grandmother, her best friend and Mary J. Blige as her main influences.[8]
Filmography
Film
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | Becoming Pony Boi | Party Girl | |
| 2015 | Paul Blart: Mall Cop 2 | Lady in Casino | |
| 2015 | The Last Straw | Sonia | Short |
| 2015 | Dutch Hollow | Jasmine Pierce | |
| 2016 | The Perfect Match | Bridesmaid 1 | |
| 2018 | The Head Thieves | Jordan | |
| 2022 | The Crew Has It | Herself | |
| 2025 | The Newlyweds: Blood at the Altar | Tia Witherspoon | Short |
Television
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | The Fosters | Ashley | 2 episodes |
| 2018-2019 | The Oath | Tara Byrd | 5 episodes |
| 2020-2024 | Power Book II: Ghost | Diana Tejada | 40 episodes |
References
- ^ "LaToya Tonodeo". tvinsider.com. Retrieved September 1, 2025.
- ^ "Who is LaToya Tonodeo? A Rising Star in Hollywood". bolnews.com. Retrieved January 15, 2026.
- ^ "interview". schonmagazine.com. Retrieved January 15, 2026.
- ^ "Bridal Bliss: LaToya Tonodeo and Arlen Escarpeta Marry in Intimate Oceanside Ceremony". blexmedia.com. Retrieved January 15, 2026.
- ^ "Exclusive: Michael Rainey Jr. and LaToya Tonodeo Reflects on Tariq's Violent Transformation and Diana's Assault in Power Book II: Ghost". theknockturnal.com. Retrieved January 15, 2026.
- ^ "Power Book 2: Ghost star LaToya Tonodeo teases "really bad" consequences for Tariq St Patrick". digitalspy.com. Retrieved January 15, 2026.
- ^ "Bridal Bliss: 'Power Book II: Ghost' Star LaToya Tonodeo And 'Found' Actor Arlen Escarpeta Marry In Oceanside Celebration". essence.com. Retrieved January 15, 2026.
- ^ "LaToya Tonodeo dishes on the women who've inspired her and the power of Mary J. Blige". revolt.tv. Retrieved January 15, 2026.
External links
- LaToya Tonodeo at IMDb