Alana de la Garza was born on June 18, 1976, in Columbus, Ohio, and raised in El Paso, Texas. She is of Mexican-American descent. De La Garza attended the University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP), where she studied physical therapy and social work.
De La Garza began her career in beauty pageants and modeling before transitioning to acting. She appeared in several music videos and small television roles early in her career.
Alana de la Garza is primarily known for her extensive work in television. Her breakthrough role came in 2005 when she portrayed Assistant District Attorney Connie Rubirosa in the NBC legal drama Law & Order. She remained a series regular until 2010. She reprised her role as Connie Rubirosa in the spin-off series Law & Order: Los Angeles in 2010-2011.
Other notable television roles include:
While primarily focused on television, De La Garza has also appeared in several films. Her film credits include:
De La Garza’s consistent work and strong performances in popular television series have solidified her reputation as a respected actress. Her