Updated Feb 20, 2026
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Known For
Actor
Occupations
Film actor, Television actor, Actor
Birthday
(Friday)
Nationality
Citizenship
United States
Languages
English
Spouses
Fred Di Blasio, ex
Parents
Sam Parrilla
Residences
Boerum Hill
Education
Fort Hamilton High School, Beverly Hills Playhouse
Zodiac Sign
♋ Cancer
Chinese Zodiac
蛇 Snake
Name Origin
English < Aramaic (מרים)
Popularity
Tier B -- 32,215 Wikipedia views/month
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Screen debut
First screen credit at age 19
Year context
Born in 1977 -- Star Wars released; Elvis Presley dies; Jimmy Carter was US president
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Career
Career spanning 29 years (1996-2025)
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Filmography (11)
Biography
Lana Parrilla (born July 15, 1977) is an American actress. She was a regular cast member in the fifth season of the ABC sitcom Spin City (2000–2001) and in the fourth season of 24 (2005), and starred in Boomtown (2002–2003), Windfall(2006), Swingtown (2008), and as Dr. Eva Zambrano in the short-lived medical drama Miami Medical (2010), and as The Evil Queen / Regina Mills in the ABC fantasy drama series Once Upon a Time (2011–2018). Among her awards and nominations is a 2012 ALMA Award win for Outstanding TV Actress—Drama. In 2021, she played the role of Rita Castillo in the second season of Why Women Kill.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old is Lana Parrilla?
Lana Parrilla is 48 years old, born on .
Where was Lana Parrilla born?
Lana Parrilla was born in Brooklyn, New York City, New York, USA.
What movies or shows has Lana Parrilla been in?
Lana Parrilla has 11 credits in our database. Notable titles include The Rainmaker (2025), Atlas (2024), Why Women Kill (2019), Once Upon a Time (2011), Miami Medical (2010).
What is Lana Parrilla known for?
Lana Parrilla is primarily known as an actor. Lana Parrilla (born July 15, 1977) is an American actress. She was a regular cast member in the fifth season of the ABC sitcom Spin City (2000–2001) and in…
Where can I find more information about Lana Parrilla?
You can find more about Lana Parrilla on IMDB, TMDB, Wikidata. Their full profile and filmography is available on this page.
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