Christina Ochoa

Christina Ochoa is an acclaimed actress and science communicator, recognized for her diverse roles in television and film, as well as her dedicated efforts in promoting scientific literacy. After playing Karen Morales in the Robert Rodríguez show, ‘Matador’ in 2014, Christina Ochoa went on to establish herself as an acclaimed actress and dedicated science communicator. Her professional journey began with significant contributions to journalism, including published articles in Vogue Spain starting in 2010, and her role as a co-writer and correspondent for the web series ‘Chaotic Awesome’ in 2014, a show she also hosted on Bitesize TV. Ochoa gained further prominence with her role as Renn Randall in TNT’s critically acclaimed drama ‘Animal Kingdom,’ which premiered in 2016.

She hosts the ‘Know Brainer’ podcast and contributes a monthly film column to El Imparcial, alongside delivering keynotes at scientific conferences such as the college prep program MESA. Maintaining a dynamic career across acting and science communication, Ochoa is currently set to appear as Isabell in the anticipated film ‘Fight Another Day,’ slated for release in 2024. Her involvement with the Los Angeles Committee for Science for Society, which sponsors the Intel Science and Engineering Fair, underscores her ongoing commitment to fostering scientific engagement. Through her diverse roles in acclaimed productions and dedicated advocacy for scientific understanding, Christina Ochoa continues to be a compelling and multifaceted talent.