Isabela Merced

Isabela Merced first captivated audiences with her Broadway debut in a production of ‘Evita.’ She gained broader recognition through her lead role as CJ Martin in the Nickelodeon television series ‘100 Things to Do Before High School,’ which aired from 2014 to 2016. Her film career quickly accelerated with a prominent role in the major production ‘Transformers: The Last Knight’ in 2017. Merced followed this with her critically acclaimed portrayal of Isabel Reyes in ‘Sicario: Day of the Soldado’ in 2018, showcasing her dramatic range. In 2018, Merced starred in the comedy film ‘Instant Family’ alongside Mark Wahlberg and Rose Byrne, a project for which she also authored and performed the song ‘I’ll Stay.’ The following year, 2019, she took on the titular character in the live-action adventure film ‘Dora and the Lost City of Gold,’ further cementing her status as a versatile leading actress.

Looking ahead, Isabela Merced is set for several highly anticipated projects, securing significant roles that highlight her continued impact in both film and television. She is cast as Dina in the second season of the critically acclaimed HBO series ‘The Last of Us,’ scheduled for release in 2025. Additionally, Merced will join the DC Universe as Hawkgirl, appearing in James Gunn’s upcoming ‘Superman’ film and the companion ‘Peacemaker’ series, both slated for 2025.