Melissa Fumero

Date of Birth: August 19, 1982

Zodiac Sign: Leo

Biography

Melissa Fumero is an American actress best known for her role as Amy Santiago on the popular television series “Brooklyn Nine-Nine.” Born Melissa Gallo, she grew up in a Cuban-American family in New Jersey. Fumero’s passion for acting began at a young age, leading her to study drama at New York University, where she earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Drama in 2003. Fumero’s career took off when she landed the role of Adriana Cramer on the soap opera “One Life to Live” in 2004. She played the character until 2011, earning a loyal fan base and critical acclaim for her performance. In 2013, she was cast as Amy Santiago in “Brooklyn Nine-Nine,” a role that brought her widespread recognition and several award nominations. Aside from her television work, Melissa has appeared in various films and has lent her voice to animated projects. She is also known for her positive presence on social media, where she shares insights into her life and career with her followers.

5 Interesting Facts about Melissa Fumero

1. Melissa Fumero graduated from New York University’s Tisch School of the Arts with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Drama.

2. She is of Cuban descent and is fluent in Spanish.

3. Fumero directed an episode of “Brooklyn Nine-Nine” titled “Return of the King” in 2019.

4. She is married to actor David Fumero, who she met on the set of “One Life to Live.”

5. Melissa starred in the music video for Enrique Iglesias’s song “Pitbull.”

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Melissa Fumero

1. “I think the world is ready for a woman who looks like me to be the lead of a show.”

2. “Diversity in television is so important. We all need to see ourselves represented.”

3. “I’m really proud to be part of a show that makes people laugh and feel good.”

4. “Acting has always been my passion. I feel very fortunate to do what I love.”

5. “I believe in hard work and staying humble. Success comes to those who stay true to themselves.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

Melissa Fumero’s highest net worth achieved is estimated to be around $4 million.

Children

Melissa Fumero and her husband, David Fumero, have two children: a son named Enzo, born in March 2016, and a second son named Axel, born in February 2020.