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Olga Merediz is an American actress and singer of Cuban descent. She is best known for her Tony-nominated role as Abuela Claudia in the Broadway musical In the Heights and its film adaptation.
Olga Merediz is an American actress of Cuban descent who starred in Broadway musicals, films and TV shows. She is known for her roles as Abuela Claudia in "In the Heights" and Abuela Alma in "Encanto".
Jun 9, 2021 · Olga Merediz, a Cuban-American actress, talks to EW about her journey from stage to screen in the film adaptation of In The Heights. She shares how she connected with the character of Abuela Claudia, a Latina matriarch, and how she overcame ageism and challenges in the musical.
Olga Merediz is an American actress who most notably originated the role of Abuela Claudia in Lin-Manuel Miranda's Broadway musical "In the Heights", for which she received a 2008 Tony Award nomination for Best Performance by a Featured Actress in a Musical.
Jun 11, 2021 · The Cuban-born actress shares her journey with the role of Abuela Claudia, from Broadway to film, and how she connects with the character's story and legacy. She also talks about her career, her mother, and the importance of Latino representation in the arts.
19K Followers, 2,357 Following, 745 Posts - Olga Merediz (@officialolgamerediz) on Instagram: "Creative World Citizen leading w the heart. Environment, Women’s & Animal Rights."
Dec 4, 2021 · The actress talks about bringing more depth and her own immigrant experience to the role of the neighborhood matriarch in the musical adaptation by Lin-Manuel Miranda. Watch her video interview at Deadline's Contenders New York event.
