Katya Martín

Katya Martín (born Katya Martín Gullans) is a Spanish-American actor, producer, writer and director.[1] She is best known for her portrayal of Juana Sánchez in the ABC's family drama television series Promised Land,[2] and has been featured as guest star in shows as MGM+'s Godfather of Harlem, BBC One's Roadkill as well as Showtime's The Affair. In 2022, it was announce that Martín was the lead role in the Indie Feature Film, The Death That Awaits.[3] From the beginning of her career, Martín has indicated her interest in promoting diversity and greater access for minorities and women in leadership positions in the film industry. As the entertainment industry continues to evolve, Martín has promoted diversity and inclusion participating in public forums and writing projects related to women in Hollywood.[4]

Katya Martín
Katya Martín in 2022
Born
Katya Martín Gullans
Alma materNew York University
Occupation(s)Actress, producer, director, writer
Years active2013–present

Early life

Martín was born in Southern California, but grew up in Valencia, Spain. She speaks Spanish, English, French, and Italian and reflects a new generation of multicultural and multilingual artist in the United States.[5] In 2015, Martín was chosen as one of 14 actors from a pool of over 3,000 to be a part of ABC Discovers: Talent Showcase and it was feature in a presentation that took place at the New World Stages in New York City.[6]

Other Projects

Besides her acting career, Martín has also ventured into producing, writing, and directing, creating videos and branded content for a range of organizations including Vogue, Red Bull, Target, Credo Beauty, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, The Brooklyn Museum,[7] and CLAIM. Her collaboration with Alvin Ailey to commemorate International Women's Day and Judy Chicago's art installation, The Dinner Party was highlighted in Elle magazine.[8]

Selected filmography
Film roles
Year Title Role Notes
2015 My First Miracle Angelica Main Role
Television roles
Year Title Role Notes
2018 The Affair Lily Episode: Episode 10
2020 Roadkill Zoe Downs Episode: Episode 2
2022 Promised Land Juana Sánchez Main role
2022 Big Sky Skylar Sharpe Episode: "A Thin Layer of Rock"
2023 Godfather of Harlem Marina Episode: "Angel of Death"

References
  1. Gómez, Shirley (18 February 2022). "Katya Martín reveals if she has anything in common with her character in Promised Land". ¡Hola!. Retrieved 10 March 2023.
  2. Petski, Denise (28 April 2021). "Promised Land: Katya Martín Joins ABC Drama Pilot". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved 10 March 2023.
  3. Donnelly, Matt (15 February 2022). "'Promised Land' Star Katya Martín Nabs Lead in Indie 'The Death That Awaits' (EXCLUSIVE)". Variety. Retrieved 31 March 2023.
  4. "Inspirational Women In Hollywood: How Katya Martín Of ABC's PROMISED LAND Is Helping To Shake Up The Entertainment Industry". Authority Magazine. 14 February 2022. Retrieved 31 March 2023.
  5. Miller, Stuart (30 March 2022). "Promised Land may be ABC's 'last serialized drama.' What its fate says about network TV". Los Angeles Times. Retrieved 10 March 2023.
  6. Robbins, Caryn (1 October 2015). "ABC Discovers: New York Talent Showcase Set for 10/6". Broadway World. Retrieved 10 March 2023.
  7. "Alvin Ailey Tribute to 'The Dinner Party' by Judy Chicago". The Brooklyn Museum. 8 March 2020. Retrieved 10 March 2023.
  8. Penrose, Nerisha (6 March 2020). "The Ailey School's Tribute to Judy Chicago's The Dinner Party Will Move You Into the Weekend". Elle. Retrieved 10 March 2023.
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