Born on January 10, 1980, in Euless, Texas, she is an American actress and former NFL cheerleader. She has a diverse heritage of Iranian and Spanish descent. Her career began with roles in TV series such as "Alias" and "Dawson's Creek," but she gained prominence on "The L Word" as Carmen. She starred in "Fairly Legal," "Person of Interest," and "Reverie." Known for her roles in action and drama, she also appeared in films like "Bullet to the Head" and "Black Adam."