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Eliana Reyes is an actor, showrunner, and award-winning filmmaker known for her heart-led, authentic storytelling both on and off screen. With over a decade of experience, she elevates diverse voices, leads productions with vision and efficiency, and builds meaningful community through her work. Since joining LatiNation Media in 2022, Eliana has grown into her role as Showrunner and Head of Afro-Latino Content, overseeing programming that celebrates the depth and nuance of Black/Afro-Latinidad across the diaspora. In her role, she has grown a significant digital community @LatinationRoots through content creation and in-person events, helping the community feel seen and represented. Her award-winning docu-drama “Vida Nueva”, currently on the festival circuit, tells the powerful story of her family’s reunion after nearly 30 years—blending music, healing, and forgiveness in an immersive, deeply personal way. Driven by her passion for social justice, women’s rights, and holistic wellness, Eliana is a creative powerhouse who uses storytelling to uplift, inspire, and spark meaningful change.

Fun Facts-She used to be a lead MUA for Lancôme and MAC. She also sings! She is a mezzo-soprano, and she used to rap/freestyle. At one point, she wanted to have a career as a rapper. “Record Scratch, Mic Drop…”

“Your own self-realization is the greatest service you can render the world.” - Ramana Maharshi