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Tia TexadaAmerican actress and singer
Date of Birth: 14.12.1973
Country:  USA |
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Biography of Tia Texada
Tia Nicole Tucker, better known by her stage name Tia Texada, was born on December 14, 1973, in Louisiana, USA. She is an American actress and singer. Tia began her acting career at a young age. Her mother works in reflexology, and her father is an insurance agent.
Acting Career
Tia Texada has appeared in various television shows and films throughout her career. One of her most notable roles is Sergeant Maritza Cruz in the American television show "Third Watch." She has also appeared in episodes of "CSI: Miami" and "The Unit" as a guest star. Tia has acted in movies such as "Paulie," a family adventure film directed by John Roberts in 1998; "Nurse Betty," a crime comedy with Morgan Freeman and Renee Zellweger in 2000; "Glitter," a musical drama with Mariah Carey in 2001; "Phone Booth," a thriller directed by Joel Schumacher in 2003; and "Spartan," an action film directed by David Mamet in 2004.
Tia Texada has also appeared in several television series, including "CBS Schoolbreak Special," "Sisters," "NYPD Blue," "ER," "South Beach," "Fame L.A.," and "The American Embassy." She has provided voice-over work for animated series such as "The Wild Thornberrys" and "Batman Beyond."
Filmography
In 1996, Tia portrayed a bar dancer in Robert Rodriguez's horror film "From Dusk Till Dawn." She then appeared in Jack Sholder's adventure film "Runaway Car." In 1998, she played the role of Conchita Perez in the thriller "Shadow of Doubt" and Lola in the drama "The Unknown Cyclist." In 1999, she starred in the science fiction film "The Thirteenth Floor" as Natasha's neighbor.
In 2000, Tia Texada appeared in the crime film "Bait," directed by Antoine Fuqua. In 2001, she portrayed the character Dory in the drama "Thirteen Conversations About One Thing" and later worked with director Eriq La Salle in the thriller "Crazy as Hell." In 2006, she appeared in Steven Kessler's drama "5up 2down" as Maria. She also acted in "The Line-Up" in the same year and in the comedy "bgFATLdy" in 2008.
Music and Other Endeavors
Tia Texada is not only an actress but also a singer. Her song "Driving You Crazy" can be heard in the popular 1998 teen drama series "Dawson's Creek." In 1995, Tia toured as a rock and folk singer opening for Lilith Fair. In addition to singing, she is also skilled in Latin dancing.
Tia has also lent her voice to the American animated series "Static Shock" and has done voice-over work for commercials. She has also been involved in the development of certain magazines.
