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Viridiana Márquez

Viridiana Márquez is an actress born in Las Vegas, Nevada, and raised in the Chicago suburbs. Born to Mexican immigrant parents, she discovered her passion for acting at the age of four after watching Titanic. From creating home movies to performing in school productions, she knew from an early age that storytelling was her calling. She went on to study acting in college and continued her training through professional acting classes, remaining dedicated to pursuing a career in film and television. Viridiana Márquez is known for her work in the short films Froggy (2024) and Fidelidad (2024) , as well as her feature film debut, Babybacks . She won Best Actress at the 2025/2026 13 Horror Film Contest for her portrayal of Zoe in Babybacks .

Preston Oliver

Preston Oliver is an American actor born and raised in Las Vegas, NV. Preston took an interest in acting in 5th grade when he secretly auditioned for his Elementary school play "Peter Pan" and was cast a supporting role as a pirate. While this gave him the acting bug he decided to continue drama in 6th grade where he quickly found the love for acting and the people.

Cassie Young

Cassie Young is a former pornographic actress born in Las Vegas, Nevada. She started in the industry at age 18 in 2002 and was active until retiring in 2013. She was nominated twice for AVN awards for best sex scene and has over 200 video credits to her name.

Veronica Hart

Born Jane Esther Hamilton on 27 October 1956, Las Vegas, Nevada, Veronica Hart is a respected porn star of the 70s and 80s who went on to minor roles more mainstream movies. Awarded AFAA 1981/82 Best Actress, AFAA 1982 Best Supporting Actress, CAFA 1982 Best Actress.

Wayne Newton

Cast · Known for Licence to Kill

Carson Wayne Newton, also known as "Mr. Las Vegas", is an American singer and actor who has performed in Las Vegas since 1958. He earned his nickname through his dedication to the city and its audiences, performing over 30,000 solo shows over 40 years. Newton is known for his signature song, "Danke Schoen", and has recorded 165 albums. He can play 13 instruments live and tailors his shows to each audience.

Jade Harlow

Jade Harlow was born on March 11, 1983 in Las Vegas, Nevada, USA. Jade is an actress and producer, known for The Bay (2010), Passions (1999) and Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. (2013).

John O'Brien

John O'Brien was an American author. His first novel Leaving Las Vegas was published in 1990 and made into a film of the same name in 1995. Two more of his novels were published posthumously: Stripper Lessons (1997) and The Assault on Tony's (1996), both of which had been left unfinished at the time of his death and were completed by his sister, Erin.

Nikki Cox

Cast · Known for Las Vegas

Nikki Cox is an American actress known mostly for her roles on the television series Unhappily Ever After and Las Vegas.

Dominique Generaux

Dominique Generaux is an American actress. She was born in Las Vegas and raised in London, England. Performed with Francis Holland's drama club and trained at the Utah Shakespeare Festival Camp for several summers as an adolescent. Dominique moved to Arizona to complete high school and then attended Arizona State University for her B.A. in broadcast journalism. She made her film debut as Beth in the coming-of-age independent feature film Dakota Skye (2008). She created and directed the comedy "I Married a Method Actor".

Ashley Edner

Cast · Known for Doc McStuffins

Ashley Edner is known for her work on Star Trek Beyond (2016), Britney Spears Live from Las Vegas (2001) and Listen Up (2004)

Nahnatchka Khan

Creator · Known for Fresh Off the Boat

Nahnatchka Khan is an American television writer and producer. She attended the University of Southern California's School of Cinematic Arts. Khan's parents immigrated to the US from Iran. She was born in Las Vegas and grew up in Hawaii. Khan was the creator and executive producer of Don't Trust the B---- in Apartment 23, which aired on ABC for two seasons from April 11, 2012 to January 15, 2013. She created and is currently a producer of ABC's Fresh Off the Boat.

Colin Cowherd

Colin Murray Cowherd is an American sports media personality. Cowherd began his broadcasting career as sports director of Las Vegas television station KVBC and as a sports anchor on several other stations

Jillian Bell

Cast · Known for 22 Jump Street, Goosebumps, The Angry Birds Movie

Jillian Bell (born April 25, 1984) is an American comedian, actress, and screenwriter. Jillian was raised in Las Vegas, Nevada and began studying improv at the age of eight. She graduated from Bishop Gorman High School in 2002, then moved to Los Angeles, where she became a member of the Groundlings. She auditioned for Saturday Night Live, and though she did not join the cast, she became a writer for the show in 2009 for the 35th season.

Gabriella Martinez

Gabriella Martinez is a Dominican American actress. She grew up a bi-coastal child having been born in NY and moving to Las Vegas at a young age. She took her passion for acting very seriously and at the young age of 6 years old along with her parents traveled to LA weekly in search of landing her dream job. Some days consisted of an eight-hour drive back and forth and attending virtual school on the road. This did not deter her dedication. She has always had an incredibly positive outlook that has prepared her for this long journey. Gabriella attended theatre and acting classes weekly and is still dedicated to this day. She has trained consistently with, Constance Tillotson, Billy Hufsey, Amy Lyndon, Lisa Picotte, and Margie Haber Studios to name a few. Gabriella has worked in leading female roles on many films based out of Las Vegas and also produced alongside director Joe Lujan. Her resume includes credits with Eric Roberts, Adriana Barranza, Nathan Lane, Tom Sizemore, Tom Arnold, Macy Gray, and many others. Her first on-screen role was on Young Sheldon (CBS). Her most recent credits include the roles of Cristy on Grown-ish (Freeform & HULU), Vera on S.W.A.T (CBS), Ana on Penny Dreadful City of Angels (Showtime) as well as Ashley on Today's Special, alongside Michael Cera and Jane Lynch (TBS) and a voice-over role on The Chosen One (Netflix) When not filming, Gabriella volunteers her time with a few non-profit organizations including Hope Means Nevada, a mental health awareness organization. She earned a degree in Social and Behavioral Science and spends her time writing and wants to produce and direct to offer others opportunities in the industry.

Shecky Greene

Cast · Known for Combat!

Shecky Greene (born Fred Sheldon Greenfield; April 8, 1926) was an American comedian. He is known for his nightclub performances in Las Vegas, Nevada, where he became a headliner in the 1950s and '60s. He has appeared in several films, including Tony Rome; History of the World, Part I; and Splash. In television, he has guest-starred on such television shows as Love, American Style and Combat!, and later Laverne & Shirley and Mad About You.

Ann-Margret

Ann-Margret Olsson (born April 28, 1941) is a Swedish-American actress, singer and dancer whose professional name is Ann-Margret. She is best known for her roles in Bye Bye Birdie (1963), Viva Las Vegas (1964), The Cincinnati Kid (1965), Carnal Knowledge (1971), and Tommy (1975). She has won five Golden Globe Awards and been nominated for two Academy Awards, two Grammy Awards, a Screen Actors Guild Award, and six Emmy Awards. On August 21, 2010, she won her first Emmy Award for her guest appearance on Law & Order: SVU. Description above from the Wikipedia article Ann-Margret, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.

Gabriel Burrafato

Two-Time Broadway Award Winning Actor/Singer Gabriel Burrafato, has performed starring roles on Broadway, Las Vegas and International stages around the world. Known as the "Trilingual, Triple Threat", this powerhouse of a performers has appeared as a recurring guest star in FX's hit show "You're The Worst". Other television appearances include ABC's "Switched at Birth", CBS's "Criminal Minds", Nickelodeon and many other principle leading roles in feature films and television. His televised PBS concert "Live from the Venetian in Las Vegas", has aired in over 350 PBS stations across North America. Gabriel has had the honor of working closely with the best in the industry, including 2-time Academy Award winning composer A.R. Rahman, 21-time Tony Award winning Broadway director Harold Prince, and the legendary Sir Andrew Lloyd. Gabriel made his Broadway debut in Sir Andrew Lloyd Webber's Bombay Dreams. He also starred as Lancelot in the Broadway National Tour of Camelot and Magaldi in the Broadway National tour of Evita (Harold Prince Revival). Gabriel had the distinguished honor of originating the role of the elf archer Legolas in the $30 Million Dollar, world premier production of The Lord of The Rings, directed by Tony award winning director Matthew Warchus. Other roles include Dean Martin in the original Las Vegas Production of "Vegas! The Show", at Planet Hollywood Resort and Casino, and Lun Tha in the world renowned Stratford Festivals production of The King and I. Gabriel has studied voice at the Royal Conservatory of Music in Toronto and began his career as an Apprentice Actor at the prestigious Shaw Festival of Canada. Off stage, Gabriel is the Creative Director and Photographer of his wife's very successful lifestyle blog, www.MamaInHeels.com. But his most exciting role of all is being a dad to his twin boys :-) www.GabrielBurrafato.com

Graham Beckel

Cast · Known for L.A. Confidential, Brokeback Mountain

Graham Beckel was born on December 22, 1949 in Old Lyme, Connecticut, USA. He is an actor and director, known for Leaving Las Vegas (1995), L.A. Confidential (1997) and The Paper Chase (1973).

Charisma Carpenter

Cast · Known for Angel, Buffy the Vampire Slayer

Charisma Carpenter is an American actress known for her captivating performances and striking presence on both television and film. She was born on July 23, 1970, in Las Vegas, Nevada, USA. Carpenter's breakthrough role came in 1997 when she was cast as Cordelia Chase, a popular and sharp-tongued high school student, in the iconic television series "Buffy the Vampire Slayer." Her portrayal of Cordelia earned her a dedicated fan base and led to her becoming a beloved character in the show's spin-off series, "Angel" (1999-2004). Throughout her time on both shows, Carpenter showcased her versatility as an actress, deftly transitioning from comedy to drama and delivering memorable performances. Following her success on "Buffy the Vampire Slayer" and "Angel," Carpenter continued to make appearances on various television shows, including "Veronica Mars" and "The Lying Game," among others. She also ventured into the world of film, starring in movies such as "The Expendables" (2010) and "The Expendables 2" (2012), where she shared the screen with an ensemble cast of action stars. In addition to her acting career, Carpenter has been vocal about her experiences and has used her platform to raise awareness on important social issues. She has openly discussed her personal struggles, including body image issues and her own encounters with abuse, advocating for self-acceptance and empowerment. Carpenter's talent and charisma have made her a beloved figure in the entertainment industry. Her ability to bring depth and complexity to her characters, combined with her natural screen presence, have garnered her praise from both critics and fans alike. Outside of her professional endeavors, Carpenter is also involved in charitable work. She has supported various organizations, including those dedicated to raising awareness about mental health and supporting survivors of abuse.

Michele Greene

Cast · Known for L.A. Law

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Michele Dominguez Greene (b. February 3, 1962, in Las Vegas, Nevada, U.S.) is an American actress, singer, and songwriter, perhaps most well-known for her role as attorney Abigail "Abby" Perkins in L.A. Law from 1986 - 1991. She returned to that role in 2002 for the TV "reunion" film L.A. Law: The Movie. Greene picked up a taste for acting after enrolling in a high-school drama class; she had chosen the class to help her overcome her extreme shyness. She auditioned for and was accepted to the Bachelor of Fine Arts program at the University of Southern California, entering on a scholarship and beginning her formal training as an actor. During her college years she began working in television, appearing in numerous guest shots and television movies. Shortly after graduation, she landed the ensemble role of "Judy Nuckles" in the short-lived Steven Bochco series Bay City Blues. When that was cancelled, Bochco kept her in mind and offered her the Abby Perkins role on L.A. Law. The show was a critical and commercial success, winning many Emmys and garnering Greene a nomination in the Best Supporting Actress category. Michele appeared on L.A. Law for five seasons, leaving to pursue her musical career and stretch her acting challenges. Greene appeared as "Bobbie Lee" (a runaway orphan girl) in the 1982 Dukes of Hazzard episode "Coy Meets Girl." She appeared to look and act a lot like Dorothy Gale from The Wizard of Oz. In fact, Waylon Jennings as the balladeer even made a remark about her "returning to Oz." She has recorded two bilingual CDs, Ojo de Tiburon and Luna Roja. Greene has had recent acting roles in a number of popular television series including CSI, Cold Case, Nip/Tuck, Stargate SG-1 and Bones. Greene also appeared in an episode of Brothers and Sisters on ABC-TV in March 2009 as the governor of California. She has a recurring role on HBO's Big Love as a TV reporter. Description above from the Wikipedia article Michele Greene, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.

Marsha Thomason

Cast · Known for White Collar, Las Vegas

Marsha Lisa Thomason (born 19 January 1976) is an English actress, who is known in the United States for playing Nessa Holt in the first two seasons of the NBC series Las Vegas, for her recurring role on ABC's Lost as Naomi Dorrit, and for playing FBI agent Diana Barrigan on USA Network's White Collar. Description above from the Wikipedia article Marsha Thomason, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia

Isaiah Lucas

Birth Name: Isaiah La Mar Lucas Nickname: Splash Isaiah Lucas is a Japanese and black American actor, dancer, model,and community activist from Las Vegas, NV. He was the middle sibling of three children of a Firefighter father, La Mar Lucas, and a school teacher mother, Malina Booker.He went to highschool at Las Vegas academy, where he auditioned and got accepted as a theater major. After graduating high school, he took the leap of faith by move to Los Angeles at 18 years old to pursue his career as an actor. Not too long after, Isaiah was approached by commercial agent Daniel Hoff, who signs him to his agency at The Daniel Hoff Agency. Over the next couple of years Isaiah gained both national and international exposure being featured in multiple commercials and print ads worldwide including: Seventeen Magazine, Paul Frank, Pepsi, Mentos, Playstation, Red Bull, IBM, Nintendo, JBL, Apple, and more. In 2009 he started training at the Debbie Allen Dance Academy. There he studied movement, choreography, acting, and the art of taking direction. During this time he also trained under master vocal coach Angel Hart. In 2010 he got a major opportunity that would last him a total of six consecutive years in Debbie Allen's: Hot chocolate nutcracker, as a dancer. Four years in, he was asked to understudy for all four of the lead characters ; played by Jaleel White, Carlo Imperato, Debbie Allen, and Raven Symone. Eventually Isaiah got to perform the role of Bucky. Originally played by Debbie Allen. In the latter part of 2013 he went on a national tour as a dancer for Billboard top 100 dance pop artist Sasha Gradiva. Eventually being promoted as her creative director and choreographer for the "Lovers wanted tour" that toured in over 25 cities nationwide. Shortly after, Isaiah landed his first acting role in a short film Our Father starring Michael Gross. In this film he played the role of Jack, a secret love interest in a mental hospital. Later that year he was on an episode of ABC's Grey's Anatomy, where he was an ER patient. Isaiah later gets a role that would combine the best of both worlds in. Dance Baby Dance, a full length feature starring Beverly Mitchell. Isaiah created the role of Ravon; a humble hip-hop dancer compelled to move back home to take care of his sick grandmother. During his free time Isaiah enjoys traveling, video editing, working out, mentoring the youth, and giving back to his community. With the love for his craft, compassion for people, and Vibesexual approach to relationships. Isaiah will continue to relate to people, set new artistic standards, and break social confines, both on screen and within his communities ... - IMDb Mini Biography By: Publicist

Gianni Russo

Cast · Known for The Godfather

With a singularly nebulous background, which, by his account, included stints as a Las Vegas nightclub emcee, radio personality, and jewelry tycoon, and comparatively little acting experience, Gianni Russo won the role of Carlo Rizzi in The Godfather (1972) on the basis of his screen test. Since then, Russo has remained busy as an actor, mostly playing assorted "wiseguys" and Mafia types. He was appeared again with Marlon Brando in a small role in The Freshman (1990) in which Brando parodied his Don Corleone role to good effect. IMDb Mini Biography By: Bob Sorrentino

Paula Francis

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. Paula Francis (born March 12, 1952)is a Las Vegas news anchor for KLAS-TV. Francis was born in Queens, New York. Paula's TV news career started in Madison, Wisconsin and later moved to Las Vegas in 1985 where she started at KTNV as the evening anchor until she joined KLAS-TV in 1990 as the evening anchor alongside Gary Waddell. Paula has won eight Las Vegas Review-Journal 's Best of Las Vegas awards and several humanitarian awards for her involvement in the community.She has appeared in over a dozen episodes as herself as the news anchor in CSI: Crime Scene Investigation.