Daniella Pineda

Daniella Pineda, born February 20, 1987, is an American actress recognized for her notable roles in several films and TV series like The Originals, Netflix's live-action Cowboy Bebop, and two films in the Jurassic Park franchise. She made her career debut through online comedy and fashion videos, with her first movie role landing in 2011 and her first major studio-produced film was Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom in 2018. Coming from Mexican American roots, Pineda shares her experiences regarding the challenges that Mexican actors face in the industry.

Pineda's acting debut was in a 2010 episode of Men of a Certain Age. She gained popularity online by appearing in several comedy sketch videos and fashion tutorials on YouTube. Her extensive career includes her involvement in projects like American Odyssey, Mr. Roosevelt, Mercy Black, and Netflix's What/If. Notably, she was cast as Faye Valentine in the 2021 released, live-action version of Cowboy Bebop series. In the initial years, she played minor roles on TV. Pineda called out her struggle with stereotyping and underrepresentation, being told by casting directors that she does not seem 'Mexican enough' despite her lineage.