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Diana Maria RivaAmerican television actress
Date of Birth: 22.07.1969
Country:  USA |
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Early Life
Diana-Maria Riva was born in Cincinnati, Ohio, on July 22, 1969, to Maria and Chris Riva. She attended Saint Ursula Academy and the College-Conservatory of Music at the University of Cincinnati before pursuing an acting career.
Television Career
Riva's television debut came in 1996 with the short-lived sitcom "Common Law." She went on to establish herself with recurring roles in "Murder One," "NYPD Blue," "City of Angels," and "The Practice." From 2001 to 2002, she had a regular role in the legal drama "Philly." Throughout the 2000s, Riva appeared in numerous guest roles on popular shows such as "Party of Five," "The X-Files," "The Drew Carey Show," "Everybody Loves Raymond," "CSI," and "Less Than Perfect."
Film Career
In 2000, Riva made her film debut with a supporting role in the romantic comedy "What Women Want." She went on to appear in films such as "Third Wheel" (2002), "Chasing Papi" (2003), "Our Family Wedding" (2010), "Short Term 12" (2012), "Love & Mercy" (2014), and "McFarland, USA" (2015).
Notable Roles
In 2010, Riva gained recognition for her role as Lieutenant Ana Ruiz in the police comedy-drama "The Good Guys." From 2015 to 2016, she starred alongside Eva Longoria in the comedy series "Telenovela." Riva's recurring roles include appearances in "Sabrina the Teenage Witch," "The West Wing," "Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip," "The Bridge," and "Dead to Me." In 2022, she played a leading role in the short-lived comedy series "Gordita Chronicles."
Awards and Recognition
Riva has received several accolades for her work, including two Imagen Awards for her roles in "Telenovela" and "Gordita Chronicles." She has also been nominated for a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Guest Actress in a Drama Series for her performance in "The Bridge."
