Teresa Castillo


Teresa Ruth Castillo is an American actress. Castillo originated the contract role of Sabrina Santiago on General Hospital in September 2012.

Personal life

Castillo was born in Long Beach, California, as the youngest of three daughters. She is of Spanish, Mexican, and Chinese ancestry. Castillo started performing in musicals at her high school. Castillo also studied dance at an all girls dance school in Hollywood.
Castillo met Shane Aaron when they worked in theater together at Disneyland.
The couple started dating in May 2004 Aaron later became an event planner and the couple married in May 2008. On June 3, 2014, Castillo announced via Twitter that she had given birth to the couple's first child, a baby girl, Victoria Milani, on May 29. On July 27, 2015, Castillo announced via Instagram that she was expecting a son. On January 26, 2016, Castillo announced that she had given birth to a son, Sebastian James. The couple also has a Cocker spaniel named Lady.

Career

Castillo was scouted for the lead role of the film, Princess Diaries. She was later cast as Princess Jasmine in the live musical theater production of Aladdin at Disneyland. Castillo also appeared in commercials for McDonald's, Chevrolet and Clean & Clear. Castillo also pursued a career in music and as of 2008 was signed to Interscope Records as a part of a girl group. After advice from rapper Snoop Dogg, Castillo made the decision to focus on acting. Castillo guest starred on several prime time series including How I Met Your Mother and Bones. In 2012, Castillo auditioned for General Hospital after casting director Mark Teschner noticed her on Franklin & Bash. Castillo learned from her manager that she had booked the role several days later.

Filmography

YearTitleRoleNotes
2011MamitasMariaUncredited
2012The Seven Year HitchChandraTelevision film

YearTitleRoleNotes
2010Cold CaseGina Lopresi"Bombers"
201090210Laura"Sweaty Palms and Weak Knees"
2010Alexis Wilkes""
2011BonesHeather Lakefish"The Sin in the Sisterhood"
2011iCarlyAshley"iHire an Idiot"
2011EagleheartRosa"Me Llamo Justice"
2011The Secret Life of the American TeenagerRegina"Cute"
2011Franklin & BashLauren Gonzalez"Bachelor Party"
2011How I Met Your MotherMaya"Disaster Averted"
2012-2016General HospitalSabrina SantiagoRegular role: September 19, 2012 to September 15, 2016