- A native Angeleno, Monique Barajas, is a Mexican-American actor. Monique was born in Monterey Park but spent most of her youth in Azusa, there she would join the legendary Mickey Rooney's Talent Town. Monique along with a brother and two sisters, was raised by a single mother who stemmed from Chihuahua, Mexico.
Monique was bit by the acting bug at the early age of 6 upon viewing Lynda Carter in the beloved Wonder Woman live action television series. "Her role inspired me to save the world and to accomplish doing so through acting." This new found revelation inspired Monique to put on backyard plays for family, friends and neighbors. Often enlisted the willing (or unwillingness) of her siblings and friends. High school brought about drama classes and a deeper passion for acting. Monique took a break from acting to have her only child Ryan de Long. With her son by her side she continued her education and her passion for her craft.
Monique graduated from Cal Poly Pomona with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communications. Her education in the craft continued with time spent at The Stella Adler Academy of Acting here in Los Angeles.
Her first professional play was the acclaimed and controversial "Celestial Flesh" which took place at the Raven Playhouse. It's sacrilegious theme pushed boundaries and enthralled Monique as she began her foray into acting.
Her desire to help others merged with her acting passion when she joined the traveling theater group Educational Theater Co. This LA based non-profit was originally funded by Whoopi Goldberg with the sole goal of tackling the challenges of today's youth. The traveling ensemble would hold skits at Southern California junior high and high schools that would act out the common problems our youth face. Private counseling one-on-ones would take place afterwards with many shy teens approaching the cast to get advice and feedback.
Her breakout role was in The Wailer (2006). Based on an urban legend that often appeared in Monique's youth.
When not performing or shooting, she is continuously mastering her craft with Los Angeles and New York based acting coach Ron Burrus.
- IMDb mini biography by: M. Robleto
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