Melissa Bolona
Melissa Bolona | |
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| Occupation(s) | Actress, Model, Philanthropist |
| Website | www |
Melissa Bolona is an American model, actress, and philanthropist.[1] As an actor, she has appeared in I Am Wrath, In Stereo, and Dog Eat Dog. In 2015 she was named by the New York Observer as one of New York's Top 20 Philanthropists Under 40.[2]
Early life and education
Bolona was born in Connecticut but grew up in New Jersey and Lima, Peru.[2] Bolona wanted to act by the age of twelve.[3] Her mother took her to acting classes when she was younger, but she took a hiatus in order to focus on college.[4] Bolona began taking acting more seriously while studying international marketing in Paris, enrolling in acting classes which she continued while studying for her degree.[2] Upon graduation, she began pursuing acting as a profession.[4]
Career
Bolona has modeled for numerous magazines.[4] She became a model for Beach Bunny Swimwear in 2013 after beating out 20,000 others in a model search.[2] She appeared in campaigns for the brand which were shot alongside Irina Shayk.[5] Bolona has appeared in numerous films including I Am Wrath, In Stereo, and Dog Eat Dog.[4]
Filmography
Movies
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | Mara | Carly[6] |
| 2016 | Frat Pack | Amy[7] |
| 2016 | The Neighbor | Sarah[2] |
| 2016 | The Year of Spectacular Men | Amythyst Stone[8] |
| 2016 | Dog Eat Dog (2016 film) | Lina[9] |
| 2016 | I Am Wrath | News Reporter[4] |
| 2016 | Billy Boy | Jules |
| 2016 | The Saint | Guest Star |
| 2015 | Shark Lake | Sara[10] |
| 2015 | In Stereo (film) | Jennifer[11] |
| 2015 | To Whom It May Concern | Jess |
| 2015 | Unarmed Forces | Claire |
| 2014 | Grace of God | Cindy |
Television
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 | Flower Shop Mystery: Snipped in the Bud | Poppy Kirvoy[12] |
| 2014 | When Calls the Heart | Sarah |
| 2014 | Fox NFL Sunday | Herself |
| 2013 | Two Sides of Me | Herself |
Recognition
- Top 20 Philanthropists Under 40, 2015, New York Observer[1]
References
- ^ a b "The Young and The Restless: The Top 20 Philanthropists Under 40". New York Observer. 1 April 2015. Retrieved 19 May 2016.
- ^ a b c d e Priest, Matthew (19 May 2016). "Melissa Bolona is a woman we love". Esquire. Retrieved 19 May 2016.
- ^ "Up Close and Personal with Melissa Bolona". Bella Magazine. 4 April 2016. Retrieved 20 May 2016.
- ^ a b c d e Barr, Natalie (22 June 2015). "Melissa Boloña Talks 'In Stereo' & Why She Wants to Act With J-Law Next". Gotham. Retrieved 19 May 2016.
- ^ "Melissa Boloña wins 'Beach Bunny' model search". Fibre 2 Fashion. 9 April 2013.
- ^ Barton, Steve (16 May 2016). "Mara and Olga Kurylenko Scar Cannes Stiff". Dread Central. Retrieved 19 May 2016.
- ^ Lincoln, Ross A. (22 September 2015). "Loving Starts Production and Rounds Out Cast; Frat Pack Wraps". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved 19 May 2016.
- ^ McNary, Dave. "Lea Thompson Directing Daughters in Year of Spectacular Men". Variety. Retrieved 19 May 2016.
- ^ McCarthy, Todd (20 May 2016). "Dog Eat Dog Cannes Review". Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved 20 May 2016.
- ^ "The Nighbor Tortures Patrick Melton and Marcus Dunstan". Bloody Disgusting. 4 January 2016. Retrieved 19 May 2016.
- ^ Kassel, Matthew (1 July 2015). "'In Stereo' Is a Cautionary Tale for Love-Seekers in Their 30s". New York Observer. Retrieved 20 May 2016.
- ^ Reyes, Traciy (22 April 2016). "Flower Shop Myster: Snipped in the Bud". Inquisitr. Retrieved 20 May 2016.