Maria Russell

You can see Maria Russell in the blockbuster hit movie Lights Out. She plays LAPD Officer Gomez. The Warner Bros./New Line Cinema horror flick was directed by David F. Sandberg and produced by James Wan.Whether its comedy or drama, you always know Maria Russell is in the house! This self-proclaimed Mexiuanian; Mexican and Lithuanian, and a Native Angeleno, is fearless! Her range is phenomenal and so entertaining to watch. She can be comedic and silly, gritty and dark, and an object of desire all within a blink of an eye. Maria has mad skills!You know Maria for her memorable characters on the hit shows: Southland, Criminal Minds, Trophy Wife, Suburgatory, It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia, CSI, and The Riches, just to name a few. You can see her this year in the films Lawless Range starring, Beau Bridges, Kris Kristofferson, and Austin Nichols, Fire City, and the highly anticipated horror film from Warner Bros/New Line Cinema, Lights Out. She just wrapped on the feature film Shot, to be released this year.The Latina Christmas Special is the sold out hit comedy show, that she co-wrote and starred in at The Los Angeles Theatre Center, produced under The Latino Theater Company. Maria and the show received rave reviews, including Los Angeles Times "Critic's Choice."Maria's original comedy characters are unconventional, fearless, and unapologetic. She has recurred on over six Improv/Hidden Camera shows. Clearly, you can see why she has been given the title the Queen of Hidden Camera. Maria is lightening quick on her feet! That is why being a professional Latin/salsa dancer comes naturally to her. Her dance background is in ballet, jazz, and hip hop.Maria will make you laugh, cry, and pee in your pants all at the same time...... so, be ready! Show less «