Michelle Ortiz

Michelle Ortiz is an actress known for her appearances in hit comedy series and dramatic roles, bringing diverse characters to life on screen and stage. After gaining prominence as a series regular on The CW’s revival of MADtv in 2016, Michelle Ortiz quickly established herself as a versatile actress, singer, and dancer. Her comedic talent shone through in bold impressions of figures such as Kim Kardashian, Melania Trump, Sofia Vergara, and Dora the Explorer, leading critics like John Hugar from AV Club to describe her as ‘poised for breakout stardom.’ Following her impactful work on MADtv, Ortiz continued to build her television career with roles in ABC’s Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D., Netflix’s I Think You Should Leave with Tim Robinson (2019), and Vudu’s Mr. Mom.

The same year, she made her critically acclaimed 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. Most recently, Ortiz has garnered significant attention for her starring role as Maggie in the Hulu Original comedy series This Fool, portraying Julio Lopez’s on-again, off-again girlfriend across its 2022 and 2023 seasons. Michelle Ortiz continues to be a prolific actress and writer, engaging audiences with both humor and depth across various media. Her work, spanning from the acclaimed sketch comedy of MADtv to nuanced character portrayals in This Fool, underscores her capacity for dynamic and memorable performances, making her a highly sought-after talent.