What is Lourdes Benedicto's Net Worth?
Lourdes Benedicto is an accomplished American actress with a net worth of $2 million. Born on November 12, 1974, in Brooklyn, New York, she is of Filipino and Dominican descent. Her career took off in the '90s, landing a role on the TV production titled 'Gryphon'. She is best known for her roles on the TV series '24' as Carrie Turner and 'The Nine' as Eva Rios. She also starred as Alicia Lawson on the short-lived series 'Cashmere Mafia'.
Early Career and Notable Roles
Her breakthrough came when she joined the cast of 'NYPD Blue' as Gina Colon. Shortly after, she was cast in the biographical drama 'Permanent Midnight', portraying Vola alongside actors Ben Stiller, Maria Bello, Elizabeth Hurley, and Owen Wilson. Her career continued to soar with a role in the romantic comedy 'Drive Me Crazy', starring Melissa Joan Hart and Adrian Grenier.
Continued Success on Television
In 1999, Benedicto made a guest appearance on 'Law & Order: Special Victims Unit' and was seen in 'Resurrection Blvd' in 2000. She portrayed Samantha Sanchez in 13 episodes of 'Titans' and later had a recurring role on 'ER'. Additionally, she boosted her career with an appearance on 'Dawson's Creek'. In 2002, she starred in the TV movie 'The Locket' before working on the drama 'Two Days'.
Her portrayal of Carrie Turner in the series '24' earned her the nickname 'Cop Car Carrie' after an off-screen car collision with a police vehicle. Following this, she appeared in the musical comedy 'The Fighting Temptations', and on the series 'The Lyon's Den' and 'The Dead Zone'.
Critical Acclaim and Recent Work
From 2006 to 2007, Benedicto garnered critical acclaim for her role as Eva on the ABC series 'The Nine'. She also appeared in 'Silver Bells' and 'Unbeatable Harold'.
Education and Personal Background
Lourdes Benedicto is a graduate of Carnegie Mellon University in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, where she earned a degree in theatre. Her diverse heritage and consistent work in the entertainment industry have made her a notable figure in Hollywood.
