Roselyn Sanchez last starred on FANTASY ISLAND, as Elena Roarke, an updated version of the iconic character Mr. Roarke from the original 1977 Fantasy Island. The show aired weekly on FOX. She also starred as Gigi Mendoza opposite Demian Bichir in the ABC television drama “Grand Hotel,” executive produced by Eva Longoria. The series was the highest-rated summertime drama series to debut in 4 years on the network.
Roselyn first wowed audiences in New Line’s 2001 blockbuster hit RUSH HOUR 2 starring opposite Chris Tucker and Jackie Chan, playing the character Isabella Molina, an undercover Secret Service Agent. She received an ALMA Award nomination for Best Supporting Actress for her performance. After conquering the big screen, Roselyn set her sights on another dream of hers. In 2003, she released her debut album entitled “Borinqueńa.” She was nominated for a Latin Grammy for Best Music Video for the single “Amor Amor,” which she also performed at the 2004 Latin Grammy ceremony.
Roselyn has co-hosted the Latin Grammy’s in five occasions. Other credits include: The Game Plan opposite Dwayne The Rock Johnson, Boat Trip with Cuba Gooding Jr., Basic with John Travolta and Samuel L. Jackson, Edison with Morgan Freeman among others. On Television she’s well known for her character of Elena Delgado on five seasons of the CBS drama Without A Trace and the beloved role of Carmen Luna on the successful dramedy created by Marc Cherry called Devious Maids.
