Adria Arjona

ABOUT

Adria Arjona Torres, born April 25, 1992, is a Puerto Rican actress of Guatemalan and Puerto Rican descent. She has garnered attention for her roles in various television series and films, emerging as a versatile actress in both mainstream and indie productions. Adria's notable credits include her portrayal of Dorothy Gale in the NBC television series "Emerald City," a reimagining of L. Frank Baum's "The Wizard of Oz," and her role as Anathema Device in the Amazon Prime adaptation of Neil Gaiman and Terry Pratchett’s "Good Omens." Her expanding filmography also includes roles in notable movies such as "Pacific Rim: Uprising," "6 Underground," and "Morbius."

BEFORE FAME

Arjona's formative years were marked by extensive travel, which instilled a deep appreciation for diversity and culture. Born in San Juan, Puerto Rico, she spent much of her youth in Mexico City. Her father, Ricardo Arjona, is a renowned Guatemalan singer-songwriter, which meant that Adria was frequently exposed to the arts, often traveling alongside him on his tours. This exposure fueled her growing interest in acting, leading her to move to New York City at the age of 18 to pursue a career in performing arts. She trained at the prestigious Lee Strasberg Theatre and Film Institute, where she honed her craft.

TRIVIA

• Adria Arjona’s multicultural background and upbringing in cities across different countries have significantly influenced her acting career, allowing her to bring depth and authenticity to a diverse array of characters.
• Before her breakthrough roles, she appeared in various guest roles on television series including "Person of Interest" and "True Detective."
• She has demonstrated a versatile range, seamlessly transitioning between television and film, as well as between genres from fantasy to action.

FAMILY LIFE

Adria Arjona is the daughter of Ricardo Arjona, a celebrated Latin American singer-songwriter known for his narrative style of music. Her mother, Leslie Torres, is a Puerto Rican model. Growing up in a family that valued artistic expression, Adria found herself naturally drawn to the performing arts, a path she pursued despite her father’s immense fame in the music industry. The family's itinerant lifestyle provided her with a unique perspective and resilience that have served her well in her acting career.

ASSOCIATED WITH

Adria Arjona has worked alongside a number of notable actors and filmmakers throughout her career. She starred with Charlie Hunnam and Rinko Kikuchi in "Pacific Rim: Uprising," and collaborated with Ryan Reynolds and Mélanie Laurent in Michael Bay's action-thriller "6 Underground." In the Marvel Universe, she appeared alongside Jared Leto in "Morbius," a film based on the Marvel Comics character. Her work in "Good Omens," the acclaimed fantasy series, also saw her sharing the screen with actors such as David Tennant and Michael Sheen.