Blanca Blanco is an American actress born on January 22, 1981, in Watsonville, California. She was raised in a Mexican-American household alongside her four siblings by immigrant parents from Mexico. From an early age, Blanco showed a passion for the performing arts, taking acting and singing lessons and performing in local plays with her siblings.
She pursued higher education at Washington State University, earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology. Following this, she completed a Master of Social Work at Eastern Washington University. After her studies, Blanco worked as a hospice counselor, supporting patients and families through end-of-life care.
In 2010, Blanca Blanco transitioned from social work to acting, beginning her career in the independent film scene. She gained early roles in films such as Showgirls 2: Penny's from Heaven, Defending Santa, and Bullet. Her performances garnered attention, enabling her to secure more acting opportunities in the years that followed.
In 2016, she appeared in the family-oriented films Teen Star Academy and 6 Children & 1 Grandfather, expanding her repertoire to include international productions. Her work in these and other projects reflected her commitment to independent cinema and character-driven roles.
Blanco received the Arido Award in recognition of her contributions to the film industry. In 2018, she earned the Best Supporting Actress award at the International Independent Film Awards for her role in the film Betrayed. That same year, her movie Mission Possible premiered at the Cannes Film Festival, further establishing her presence in international markets.
Outside of acting, Blanco is dedicated to charitable work. She is actively involved in various philanthropic initiatives and serves as a community leader on end-of-life issues, drawing upon her early career experience in hospice care.
Since 2008, she has been in a long-term relationship with American actor John Savage. Together, they have occasionally collaborated on film projects and continue to be active within the creative community.
| Net Worth 2021: | 5 million |
