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Alana De La Garza

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Adaptable Curious Communicative Witty Sociable Intellectual

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1976-06-18
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Alana de la Garza has definitely made a name for herself in the world of television, and it all started with her captivating presence and expressive features. With her dark hair and undeniable charm, Alana de la Garza quickly caught the attention of audiences everywhere. Many fans first came to know Alana de la Garza through her standout performance as Deputy D.A. Connie Rubirosa on the iconic crime drama “Law & Order,” which aired on NBC from 1993 to 2010.

Though born in Ohio, Alana de la Garza was raised in Texas, where her journey toward stardom began in an unexpected way—she won the Miss Photogenic title at a Miss El Paso Teen USA pageant. That early recognition gave her a taste of the spotlight, and she carried that momentum forward. Alana de la Garza went on to earn her degree from the University of Texas at El Paso, after which she moved to Florida. There, she landed her first acting gigs in a series of TV commercials, gaining valuable experience along the way.

Eventually, Alana de la Garza made the bold move to New York City, where she deepened her craft by studying under the esteemed acting coach JoAnna Beckson. This dedication paid off when she landed a role on the popular soap opera “All My Children” (ABC, 1970–2011). From there, her career continued to build with appearances on shows like “The Mountain” (WB, 2005–06) and “The Book of Daniel” (NBC, 2006).

Then, in 2006, Alana de la Garza stepped into one of her most defining roles—Connie Rubirosa on “Law & Order.” She remained a key part of the series until its conclusion in 2011. Not missing a beat, Alana de la Garza transitioned directly into “Law & Order: L.A.” (NBC, 2010–11), further solidifying her place in the franchise.

Her next major breakthrough came in 2014 when Alana de la Garza joined the cast of the fantasy-drama series “Forever” on ABC, showcasing her range and versatility as an actress. Through each role, Alana de la Garza has consistently demonstrated her talent, determination, and ability to bring complex characters to life.

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So, when it comes to Alana De La Garza’s filmography, things get a bit interesting. Alana De La Garza starred in Are You Here back in 2013, and as it turns out, that same movie holds both the top spot and the bottom spot in terms of ratings. Yeah, you heard that right—Alana De La Garza’s highest rated film is Are You Here (2013), and oddly enough, her lowest rated one is also Are You Here (2013). It’s kind of a unique situation, really. Alana De La Garza definitely gave it her all in that role, but audience and critic reactions seem to be pretty divided. Still, it’s a notable part of Alana De La Garza’s career for sure.

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