April Hernandez Castillo

Gave birth to her second child at age 37, daughter Lyla Isabela Castillo, on March 23, 2017. Child's father is her husband, Jose Castillo.

Gave birth to her first child at age 32, daughter Summer Rose Castillo, on September 30, 2012. Child's father is her husband, Jose Castillo.

One of the most respected Latina actresses in Hollywood, April Hernandez-Castillo's personal life story is one of victory. Her feature film debut as Eva Benitez in the Image Award-nominated MTV film, Freedom Writers (2007), alongside Academy Award-winner Hilary Swank, put her in the ranks of some of the biggest names in the industry. An actress with a blend of unlimited expression and humor, the Bronx (NY) native made her stage debut at the famous New York Comedy Club in New York City as a stand-up comedienne. As an actress, April expanded her stage experience to television.

Keeping an eye on the big screen, in 2007 she tried out for the role of a lifetime and got it--in "Freedom Writers". She would co-star alongside one of Hollywood's biggest stars, Hilary Swank.

She got her first acting break as the Yo/Yoa Girl alongside NBA All-Star Houston Rockets center Ming Yao in the 2004 Super Bowl Visa Check Card national commercial.

It was in this role that April would catch the attention of The View (1997) producers, who invited her to co-host the show. Reaching critical heights, her portrayal of Eva Benitez earned her recognition and critical acclaim confirming her status as one of the more talented up-and- coming actresses.

Next came major television roles that would include NBC's Emmy-award winning series ER (1994), Law & Order (1990) and 30 Rock (2006).