Zulay Henao Biography

Fast Facts

• Joined the Army after graduating from high school, working as a translator in South America during her three-years of service
• Studied at Methodist College during her military service and attended to the New York Conservatory for Dramatic Arts to pursue her dream of acting afterwards
• Got her big break when she starred in the 2007 film "Feel the Noise" opposite R&B singer Omarion
• Made her acting debut in a movie about the process and struggles of making a student film in 2005 called "Film 101․"
• Quote: "I like to stay grounded and to continue growing and developing as an actress․ I have so much respect and admiration for this art, and my desire is to truly live the life of my characters as honestly and as beautifully as I can․"
• Quote: "I went into the army right after high school, and the first day of basic training was really hard․ I quickly realized I'd have to change my attitude if I was going to get through it․"
• Best known for her role as Zulay Velez in "Fighting," as Marianna in "Love Thy Neighbor," and as Monica Hatcher in "Takers․"