Biography

Laura Buono is a Los Angeles-based American actor. Born in Detroit, she began her professional career at a young age, spanning television, commercials, musical theater, and beyond. Her extensive dance, singing, and acting skills and performances have earned her recognition as a multifaceted talent capable of delivering powerful and memorable portrayals. Notable professional credits include Young Cosette in the First National Tour of ‘Les Misérables,’ Dainty June in ‘Gypsy,’ and Broadway’s revival of ‘The Music Man,’ choreographed by Susan Stroman. Memorable appearances in commercials and print for brands like Toyota, Chrysler, and Mattel. Her appearances on reality competitions such as 'So You Think You Can Dance’ have highlighted her exceptional dance skills, while her choreography for ‘Lionel Richie’s Symphonica In Rosso’ shaped her unique performance style.

After stepping away from her performance-based career in 2010, Buono built a successful career in entertainment production, contributing to large-scale creative projects and shows through 2025. In 2026, she made the deliberate decision to return fully to acting, recommitting herself to the craft to which her heart has always belonged.

She is currently focused on character-driven drama and psychologically complex roles in television and film.
- IMDb mini biography by: Laura Buono