Date of Birth: July 21, 1986
Zodiac Sign: Cancer
Biography
Diane Guerrero is an American actress and author best known for her roles on the television series “Orange Is the New Black” and “Jane the Virgin.” Born in Passaic, New Jersey, and raised in Boston, Massachusetts, Guerrero faced significant challenges early in life when her parents and older brother were deported back to Colombia while she was just fourteen years old. This traumatic experience deeply influenced her advocacy for immigration reform and her career in the arts. Guerrero attended Boston Arts Academy, a performing arts high school, where she honed her acting skills. She later moved to New York City to pursue her acting career. Guerrero’s breakout role came in 2013 when she was cast as Maritza Ramos on the critically acclaimed Netflix series “Orange Is the New Black.” Her performance earned her widespread recognition and several awards as part of the ensemble cast. In addition to acting, Guerrero is a passionate advocate for immigrant rights and has written a memoir, “In the Country We Love: My Family Divided,” detailing her family’s deportation and her journey in the United States.
5 Interesting Facts about Diane Guerrero
1. Diane Guerrero was the only member of her immediate family who was not deported to Colombia, as she was born in the United States and thus a U.S. citizen.
2. She has openly shared her personal story of family separation to bring attention to the plight of immigrant families in the United States.
3. Guerrero is also a trained singer and studied vocal performance while attending Boston Arts Academy.
4. She has been involved in several advocacy campaigns, including working with the Immigrant Legal Resource Center and the National Immigration Law Center.
5. Diane Guerrero has appeared in music videos, including “Almost Like Praying” by Lin-Manuel Miranda, which was created to benefit Hurricane Maria relief efforts.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Diane Guerrero
1. “My story is the story of thousands of children in the United States. It’s the story of people who struggle to come out of the shadows.”
2. “I am here today because of my parents’ sacrifices. They gave up everything they knew to give me a chance at a better life.”
3. “We need to keep families together. That should be our number one priority.”
4. “Acting is an incredible outlet and a way to tell stories that matter. But it’s also a platform to make a difference.”
5. “I want to use my voice to speak for those who can’t speak for themselves, to share the stories that need to be heard.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
As of the latest available information, Diane Guerrero’s highest net worth is estimated to be around $2 million.
Children
As of the latest available information, Diane Guerrero does not have any children.
Relevant Links
1. [IMDb – Diane Guerrero](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm4629660/
2. [Wikipedia – Diane Guerrero](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Diane_Guerrero
3. [Twitter – Diane Guerrero](https://twitter.com/dianeguerrero_
4. [Instagram – Diane Guerrero](https://www.instagram.com/dianexguerrero/
