Michelle Ortiz

Michelle Ortiz was born in Los Angeles, California, USA, and has established herself as a versatile actress, singer, and dancer. She gained prominence through her series regular role on The CW’s revival of “MADtv,” where her comedic talent shone through impressions of figures such as Kim Kardashian, Melania Trump, Sofia Vergara, and Dora the Explorer. Her performances on the show were noted for their bold humor, leading critics like John Hugar from AV Club to describe her as “poised for breakout stardom.” Following her work on “MADtv,” Ortiz continued to build her television career with roles in “Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.” on ABC, “I Think You Should Leave with Tim Robinson” on Netflix, and “Mr. Mom” on Vudo. She is also recognized for her roles in “Gentefied” on Netflix, “Life in Pieces,” “Mom,” “B Positive,” “Tacoma FD,” and “Mr. Corman.”

In addition to her television work, Ortiz has contributed her voice to video games, bringing characters to life in “Star Wars: Squadrons” (2020) by Electronic Arts and “Star Wars: The Old Republic – Legacy of the Sith” (2022). She also made her West Coast stage debut as Gabby Fuentes in Fernanda Coppel’s play “King Liz” at the Geffen Playhouse in West Los Angeles, which opened in July 2022. Her most recent notable role is as Maggie in the Hulu Original comedy series “This Fool” (2022–2023), where she portrays Julio Lopez’s on-again, off-again girlfriend.

Ortiz’s career demonstrates a progression across various media, from sketch comedy and drama to voice acting and stage performances. Her work is characterized by her ability to engage audiences with both humor and depth. She continues to be a working actress and writer, residing in Los Angeles. Her contributions to projects like “MADtv” and “This Fool” highlight her capacity for both comedic and nuanced character portrayals.