Patricia Velasquez Biography

Fast Facts

• Founded the Wayúu Tayá Foundation to help the indigenous groups of Latin American improve their living conditions while respecting their culture
• Was the first Latin Supermodel to walk the runway for brands like Chanel, Dolce & Gabbana, Versace, and Gucci
• Won the 2015 NCGLFF award for best actress
• Won the Women Together Award at the UN in 2009 and the Solidarity Award at the Prix de Marie Claire de la Beaute in 2010
• Started out as a fashion model and has appeared on the covers of Vogue, Bazaar, and Marie Claire
• Best known for her roles in "The Mummy" film franchise
• Founded the beauty line Taya Beauty in 2011