Rosie Perez, born Rosa Maria Perez on September 6, 1964, in Brooklyn, New York, is an accomplished American actress, dancer, choreographer, and social activist. Raised in a large family as one of ten children, her early life was marked by challenges, including time spent in foster care and group homes.

Her breakthrough came with Spike Lee's 1989 film "Do the Right Thing," where she played the memorable character Tina. This role paved the way for her to star in other notable films such as "White Men Can't Jump" (1992) and "Fearless" (1993), the latter earning her an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actress.

Throughout her career, she has taken on diverse roles in movies like "Pineapple Express" (2008) and "Birds of Prey" (2020), showcasing her versatility as an actress.

Rosie Perez has made significant contributions to television, earning three Primetime Emmy Award nominations for her work on "In Living Color" and another for "The Flight Attendant". She has also graced the Broadway stage in productions such as "The Ritz" and "Frankie and Johnny in the Clair de Lune," further cementing her status as a multifaceted performer.

Her personal life includes two marriages, first to Seth Zvi Rosenfeld (1999-2001) and later to Eric Haze in 2013.