Paola Grande was born in the great state of New Jersey to Italian parents, Clara and Antonio Grande. While she grew up in the restaurant industry, Paola always fostered a love and adoration for the theatre and acting. Upon entering Bucknell University as a freshman undergraduate, Paola thought she was going to become an international lawyer. However, upon getting cast in her first play on her first audition, rehearsing, and performing, she knew wanted to become a professional actor.Paola earned her Master of Fine Arts degree from the Brown University/Trinity Repertory MFA Program in Acting and Theatre and consequently spent some time after graduation working on projects on the East Coast. When an opportunity with a commercial agent presented itself, Paola moved to Los Angeles to pursue work in television and film. She has since starred in several commercials, independent films, and most recently, filmed a co-starring role on a daytime drama.When Paola is not on set, she teaches speech and dialects, sings in her car, and enjoys writing everything from articles to website content. She is the youngest of three, one older brother and one older sister. She speaks Italian and is very proud of her ancestry. Show less «