# Nadine Velazquez

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American actress (born 1978)

Nadine Velázquez Velázquez c. 2006 Born (1978-11-20) November 20, 1978 (age 47) Chicago, Illinois, U.S. Occupations Actress model Years active 1999–present Spouse Marc Provissiero ​ ​ (m. 2005; div. 2011)​

**Nadine E. Velázquez** (born November 20, 1978) is an American actress and model known for her roles as [Catalina Aruca](/source/Catalina_Aruca) on *[My Name Is Earl](/source/My_Name_Is_Earl)* and Sofia Ruxin on *[The League](/source/The_League)*. She has also appeared in films such as *[Blast](/source/Blast_(2004_film))* (2004), *[A Day in the Life](/source/A_Day_in_the_Life_(film))* (2009), *[Flight](/source/Flight_(2012_film))* (2012), *[Snitch](/source/Snitch_(film))* (2013), and *[Ride Along 2](/source/Ride_Along_2)* (2016), and was a cast member on the TV series *[Major Crimes](/source/Major_Crimes_(TV_series))*.

## Early life

Velázquez was born in [Chicago](/source/Chicago), [Illinois](/source/Illinois). She is of [Puerto Rican descent](/source/Puerto_Rican_American). After graduating from [Notre Dame High School for Girls](/source/Notre_Dame_High_School_for_Girls),[1] she earned a [Bachelor of Arts](/source/Bachelor_of_Arts) in [marketing](/source/Marketing) from [Columbia College Chicago](/source/Columbia_College_Chicago) in 2001.[2] She has a brother named Nelson.

## Career

Velázquez has appeared in print ads, television, and film. Her first acting role was a [McDonald's](/source/McDonald's) commercial as a drive-through lady.[3] She was originally cast as [Fernando Sucre](/source/Fernando_Sucre)'s girlfriend, [Maricruz Delgado](/source/Maricruz_Delgado), in the [Fox television](/source/Fox_Broadcasting_Company) series *[Prison Break](/source/Prison_Break)* but took the role of [Catalina Aruca](/source/Catalina_Aruca#Catalina_Aruca) in the [NBC](/source/NBC) series *[My Name Is Earl](/source/My_Name_Is_Earl)* instead. Her first film roles were in the movie *[War](/source/War_(2007_film))* with [Jet Li](/source/Jet_Li) and [Jason Statham](/source/Jason_Statham), and in the [Oxygen Network](/source/Oxygen_(TV_network)) original [television film](/source/Television_film) *[Husband for Hire](/source/Husband_for_Hire)*. She was one of the actors in the 2006 monologue show *Skirts & Flirts*.[4] In 2006, she was named #39 in the annual *[Maxim](/source/Maxim_magazine)* Hot 100 list.[5] Velazquez was one of the judges in the [Miss Universe 2008](/source/Miss_Universe_2008) beauty pageant and the host for the [Miss USA 2009](/source/Miss_USA_2009) pageant.

In 2011 Velazquez appeared in the [pilot episode](/source/Pilot_episode) of [ABC](/source/American_Broadcasting_Company)'s [reboot](/source/Reboot_(continuity)) of *[Charlie's Angels](/source/Charlie's_Angels_(2011_TV_series))* as Gloria Martinez, one of the titular "Angels". Her character was killed off after a few minutes of screen time and was replaced by [Minka Kelly](/source/Minka_Kelly). She appeared in a recurring role in [FX](/source/FX_(TV_channel))'s fantasy football sitcom *[The League](/source/The_League)* and on [The CW](/source/The_CW_Television_Network)'s comedy-drama *[Hart of Dixie](/source/Hart_of_Dixie)*.

In 2012, Velazquez appeared in the movie *[Flight](/source/Flight_(2012_film))*, playing flight attendant Katerina Marquez, a supporting role opposite the main [protagonist](/source/Protagonist) character played by [Denzel Washington](/source/Denzel_Washington).[6] In 2013, Velazquez reunited with her former *My Name Is Earl* cast members for a guest appearance in *[Raising Hope](/source/Raising_Hope)*.[7] Velazquez joined the main cast of the TNT series *[Major Crimes](/source/Major_Crimes_(TV_series))*, beginning with season two.[8] She plays Emma Rios, a [DA](/source/District_attorney), who is a romantic interest of [Raymond Cruz](/source/Raymond_Cruz)'s [Julio Sanchez](/source/Detective_Julio_Sanchez). Cruz played Paco, her boyfriend, on *My Name Is Earl*.

On March 8, 2021, it was announced that Velazquez was to join the cast of [ABC](/source/American_Broadcasting_Company)'s music series *[Queens](/source/Queens_(American_TV_series))*, alongside [Brandy](/source/Brandy_Norwood), [Eve](/source/Eve_(rapper)) and [Naturi Naughton](/source/Naturi_Naughton).[9][10][11][12] In May 2021, it was announced the show was being picked up for a full series.[13][14][15][16] On October 1, 2021, the first promo single from *Queens* (“Nasty Girl") was released featuring Velasquez alongside the cast: Brandy, Eve, Naughton and Velazquez.[17] A music video, directed by [Tim Story](/source/Tim_Story), was released on the same day.[18] This was followed on October 18, 2021, by another rap song from the *Queens* soundtrack: "The Introduction", which was co-written by [Nas](/source/Nas).[19] *[Queens](/source/Queens_(American_TV_series))* debuted on October 19, 2021, and reviews were largely positive; Caroline Framke of *[Variety](/source/Variety_(magazine))* praised the quartet's musical offering, calling their raps “sharp and distinct […] making clear their talent as both individuals and a swaggering collective”.[20] Angie Han of *[The Hollywood Reporter](/source/The_Hollywood_Reporter)* called the show “Impressive […] lavish […] magic”.[21]

## Personal life

Velazquez married [talent agent](/source/Talent_agent) Marc Provissiero in 2005. They divorced in 2011.[22]

## Filmography

### Film

Year Title Role Notes 2003 Biker Boyz Allison Chasing Papi Attractive Woman at Conga Club 2004 Blast Luna 2005 Sueño Claudia 2007 War Maria 2009 A Day in the Life Special Agent Natasha All's Faire in Love Mathilda 2010 PSA: An Important Message from Women EVERYWHERE Woman Short Byron Jessica 2012 Guitar Face Ana Lucia Flight Katerina Marquez 2013 Snitch Analisa 2014 My Sister - 2015 Clarity Carmen 2016 Ride Along 2 Tasha Crawlspace Within Melanie Alexander The Charnel House Charlotte Reaves The Bounce Back Kristin Peralta Aztec Warrior Lisa 2018 Sharon 1.2.3. Sharon #2 Discarnate Maya Sanchez 2019 A World Away Lyra

### Television

Year Title Role Notes 2003 The Bold and the Beautiful Anna Episode: "Episode #1.4155" 2004 Entourage Janeen Episode: "New York" The Last Ride JJ Cruz TV Movie 2005 Las Vegas Myra Gonzalez Episode: "Mothwoman" Hollywood Vice Marla Flynt TV Movie House of the Dead 2 Private Maria Rodriguez 2005–2009 My Name Is Earl Catalina Aruca Main cast 2007 Kings of South Beach Olivia Palacios TV Movie 2008 Husband for Hire Lola 2009 CSI: NY Marcia Vasquez Episode: "Dead Reckoning" Gary Unmarried Sophia Episode: "Gary and Allison's Friend" 2009–2015 The League Sofia Recurring cast 2010 Scrubs Nicole Episode: "Our True Lies" CSI: Miami Sarah Walker Episode: "Sudden Death" Hawaii Five-0 Linda Leon Episode: "Ko'olauloa" 2011 Charlie's Angels Gloria Martinez Episode: "Angel with a Broken Wing" 2011–2012 Hart of Dixie Didi Ruano Recurring cast: Season 1 2013 Raising Hope Valentina Episode: "Making the Band" Arrested Development Rosalita Episode: "It Gets Better" 2013–2015 Real Husbands of Hollywood Herself 5 episodes 2013–2017 Major Crimes D.D.A. Emma Rios Main cast: season 2; Guest: Seasons 3 and 6 2014 Killer Women Martina Alvarez Episode: "La Sicaria" The Exes Alessandra Episode: "The Devil Wears Hanes" 2015 Win, Lose or Love Nancy Gander TV Movie Love Is a Four-Letter Word Rebecca 2015 Z Nation Camilla Episode: "Doc's Angels" 2017–2018 Six Jackie Ortiz Main cast 2018 The Guest Book Anne Episode: "Tonight You Become a Man" 2021–2022 Queens Valeria "Butter Pecan" Mendez Main cast

## References

1. **[^](#cite_ref-1)** ["Nadine Velázquez, Actress (profile) – Cook County (IL) Clerk's Office"](https://web.archive.org/web/20110410094527/http://cookcountyclerk.com/sweethomecookcounty/Pages/NadineVelazquez.aspx). Archived from [the original](http://www.cookcountyclerk.com/sweethomecookcounty/pages/nadinevelazquez.aspx) on April 10, 2011. Retrieved November 2, 2012.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-2)** [Vaccino, Steven. "Celebrity College Flashback: Nadine Velázquez," *U.S. News & World Report*, September 26, 2008.](https://www.usnews.com/education/blogs/college-flashback/2008/09/26/nadine-velazquez)

1. **[^](#cite_ref-3)** *[Maxim](/source/Maxim_(magazine))* October 8. 2008, p. 78

1. **[^](#cite_ref-latinheat_4-0)** Gloria Calderon Kellett (March 14, 2006). ["Skirts and Flirts Premieres at The Hudson Mainstage Theatre"](https://web.archive.org/web/20070813103128/http://latinheat.com/news.php?nid=571). LatinHeatOnline.com. Archived from [the original](http://www.latinheat.com/news.php?nid=571) on August 13, 2007. Retrieved January 24, 2008.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-5)** ["Nadine Velazquez of 2006 Hott 100 on Maxim.com"](https://web.archive.org/web/20100610100727/http://www.maxim.com/girls/hot-100/77965/2006-hot-100.html). Archived from [the original](http://www.maxim.com/girls/hot-100/77965/2006-hot-100.html) on June 10, 2010. Retrieved June 4, 2010.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-6)** ["'Conversations with Ross, Featuring Nadine Velazquez"](http://www.rosscarey.com/2012/10/29/episode-71-featuring-nadine-velazquez/). *rosscarey.com*. Retrieved August 5, 2016.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-7)** Roots, Kimberly. (January 23, 2013) [Raising Hope Season 3 Cast – My Name Is Earl Reunion](http://tvline.com/2013/01/23/raising-hope-season-3-cast-jason-lee-jaime-pressly/). TVLine. Retrieved on July 13, 2013.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-8)** ["Nadine Velazquez to be a Series Regular on TNT's 'Major Crimes' - Ratings"](https://web.archive.org/web/20130324011911/http://tvbythenumbers.zap2it.com/2013/03/21/nadine-velazquez-to-be-a-series-regular-on-tnts-major-crimes/174389/). [TV by the Numbers](/source/TV_by_the_Numbers). Retrieved on July 13, 2013.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-9)** Otterson, Joe (March 8, 2021). ["Brandy Joins ABC Music Drama Pilot 'Queens'"](https://variety.com/2021/tv/news/brandy-abc-music-pilot-queens-1234924800/). *[Variety](/source/Variety_(magazine))*. Retrieved April 23, 2021.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-10)** Haylock, Zoe (March 8, 2021). ["Brandy to Return to TV in ABC Hip-Hop Drama Queens"](https://www.vulture.com/2021/03/brandy-new-tv-show-queens.html). *[Vulture](/source/Vulture_(magazine))*. Retrieved April 23, 2021.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-11)** Cuby, Michael (March 9, 2021). ["Brandy Will Star in a New ABC Drama About a Reunited Hip-Hop Group"](https://www.nylon.com/entertainment/brandy-queens-abc-hip-hop-group). *Nylon*. Retrieved April 23, 2021.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-12)** ["Brandy, Naturi Naughton, Eve, & More Continue Shooting New ABC Music Series 'Queens'"](https://thatgrapejuice.net/entertainment/2021/04/brandy-naturi-naughton-eve-more-continue-shooting-new-abc-music-series-queens/). thatgrapejuice.net. April 16, 2021. Retrieved April 23, 2021.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-13)** ["'The Wonder Years', 'Queens', 'Maggie' & 'Abbott Elementary' Picked Up to Series at ABC"](https://deadline.com/2021/05/the-wonder-years-queens-maggie-abbott-elementary-picked-up-to-series-abc-1234756301/). *[Deadline Hollywoodb](/source/Deadline_Hollywood)*. May 14, 2021. Retrieved May 16, 2021.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-14)** ["ABC Announces Full Season Order Of 'Queens' Starring Brandy, Eve, & Naturi Naughton"](https://thatgrapejuice.net/entertainment/2021/05/abc-announces-full-season-order-queens-starring-brandy-eve-naturi-naughton/). thatgrapejuice. May 14, 2021. Retrieved May 16, 2021.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-15)** @QueensABC (May 14, 2021). ["Queens is a new drama coming to ABC. #QueensABC @TheRealEve @4everBrandy @naturinaughton @nadinevelazquez"](https://twitter.com/QueensABC/status/1393304632118611974) ([Tweet](/source/Tweet_(social_media))). Retrieved May 16, 2021 – via [Twitter](/source/Twitter).

1. **[^](#cite_ref-16)** Nemetz, Dave (May 14, 2021). ["ABC Orders The Wonder Years Reboot, Hip-Hop Drama Queens, More to Series"](https://tvline.com/2021/05/14/the-wonder-years-reboot-abc-series-order-queens-maggie-abbott-elementary/). *[TVLine](/source/TVLine)*. Retrieved May 16, 2021.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-17)** ["Nasty Girl (single)"](https://music.apple.com/gb/album/nasty-girl/1588139685?i=1588139687). *[Apple Music](/source/Apple_Music)*. October 1, 2021. Retrieved October 4, 2021.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-18)** Abraham, Mya (October 1, 2021). ["Brandy, Eve, Naturi Naughton, And Nadine Velazquez Drop "Nasty Girl" Single, Ahead Of 'Queens' Premiere"](https://www.vibe.com/music/videos/brandy-eve-naturi-naughton-nadine-velazquez-nasty-girl-queens-1234630603/). *[Vibe](/source/Vibe_(magazine))*. Retrieved October 4, 2021.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-19)** ["Queens Cast The Introduction"](https://music.apple.com/gb/album/the-introduction/1589288293?i=1589288296). *Apple Music*. October 18, 2021. Retrieved October 18, 2021.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-20)** Framke, Caroline (October 18, 2021). ["ABC's 'Queens' Lets Brandy, Eve, Crafty Melodrama Shine: TV Review"](https://variety.com/2021/tv/reviews/queens-review-brandy-eve-abc-1235091806/). *Variety*. Retrieved October 18, 2021.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-21)** Han, Angie (October 18, 2021). ["Queens Review"](https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/tv/tv-reviews/queens-1235031158/). *The Hollywood Reporter*. Retrieved October 18, 2021.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-22)** Nadine Velazquez (December 29, 2013). ["Nadine Velazquez's blog: Goodbye 2013"](http://nadinevelazquez.blogspot.ca/2013/12/goodbye-2013.html). NadineVelazquez.blogspot.ca. Retrieved January 7, 2013.

## External links

- [Nadine Velazquez](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1229204/) at [IMDb](/source/IMDb_(identifier))

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