Date of Birth: April 15, 1976
Zodiac Sign: Aries
Biography
Tanya Saracho is a renowned Mexican-American playwright, television writer, and showrunner known for her contributions to both theater and television. Born in Los Mochis, Sinaloa, Mexico, Saracho moved to the United States at a young age. She began her career in Chicago, where she co-founded Teatro Luna, an all-Latina theater company, and made significant strides in bringing Latinx stories to the forefront of American theater. Saracho’s talents eventually led her to Hollywood, where she quickly gained attention for her work on popular TV shows such as “How to Get Away with Murder,” “Looking,” and “Devious Maids.” Her most notable achievement came as the creator and showrunner of the critically acclaimed Starz series “Vida,” which broke new ground in its authentic portrayal of Latinx and LGBTQ+ communities. Throughout her career, Saracho has been a vocal advocate for diversity and representation in the arts, continually pushing for stories that reflect the complexity and richness of Latinx experiences.
5 Interesting Facts about Tanya Saracho
1. Tanya Saracho was named one of the “Top 10 New Latino and Latina Playwrights You Should Know” by the national organization, The Mix in 2010.
2. She was a writer and co-producer for the hit TV series “How to Get Away with Murder.”
3. Saracho’s series “Vida” won the GLAAD Media Award for Outstanding Comedy Series in 2019.
4. She has been an advocate for the inclusion of Latinx people both in front of and behind the camera.
5. Saracho is also a recipient of the prestigious Mellon Foundation Playwright Residency.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Tanya Saracho
1. “I want to create a world where Latinas are not just the help, but the heroes of their own stories.”
2. “Representation is not a checkbox; it’s a continuous commitment to telling diverse stories.”
3. “My goal is to normalize the presence of Latinx people on screen and on stage.”
4. “Television has the power to shape perceptions, and I want to use that power responsibly.”
5. “Writing is a way for me to explore my identity and share my community’s stories with the world.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
$5 million
Children
Tanya Saracho does not have any children.
Relevant Links
1. [Tanya Saracho on IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm3892706/
2. [Teatro Luna Official Website](http://www.teatroluna.org/
3. [Vida on Starz](https://www.starz.com/series/vida
5. [Tanya Saracho’s Profile on Playwrights’ Center](https://www.pwcenter.org/profile/tanya-saracho
