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Karla Souza is going through one of the most important moments of her career as an actress, as she was chosen to star in the new Grey’s Anatomy spin-off, a Shonda Rhimes production that will take the universe of the hit medical series to a small community in West Texas. But who is the Mexican actress? How old is she? Who is her husband and how many children does she have? Get to know all the details of her life and professional trajectory.
It was through a message on the Instagram account of both Karla Souza and Shondaland that it was announced that the Mexican actress will be part of the upcoming spin-off of Grey’s Anatomy, one of the most popular television franchises in the United States.
Following the news, Grey's Anatomy fans in Mexico reacted and applauded the selection of Souza for this project; thousands reacted and expressed their desire to soon see the We Are the Nobles actress on television portraying a doctor.
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Who is Karla Souza?
Karla Souza is a Mexican actress and producer who has developed her career in film, theater, and television. Her popularity in the country grew especially in 2013 when she played Bárbara Noble in the film We Are the Nobles, one of the most successful Mexican box-office comedies. That same year, she participated in Instructions Not Included, alongside Eugenio Derbez.
Subsequently, she starred in What's the Child's Fault? and participated in other film and television projects. Her leap to American television came with How to Get Away with Murder, a series produced by Shonda Rhimes in which she played Laurel Castillo.
How old is Karla Souza?
Karla Souza is 40 years old; she was born on December 11, 1985, in Mexico City, and her full name is Karla Olivares Souza.
The actress grew up between Mexico and the United States and also had training in Europe. From a young age, she showed interest in acting, so she studied at different institutions and prepared professionally in theater before consolidating her career in film and television. Her training included the Royal Central School of Speech and Drama, in London, as well as artistic training in other countries, such as Russia.
Who is Karla Souza's husband?
Karla Souza's husband is Marshall Trenkmann, an American businessman who works in the financial sector and maintains a low profile, away from the spotlight. Trenkmann worked at JPMorgan and has academic training from Texas A&M University. The couple married in May 2014 in a ceremony held in California.
How many children does Karla Souza have?
Karla Souza has three children with her husband Marshall Trenkmann: Gianna, Luka, and Giulia, who are approximately eight, six, and two years old.
What character will Karla Souza play in the new Grey’s Anatomy spin-off?
Karla Souza will play Dr. Carolina “Lina” Hall, the protagonist of the new Grey’s Anatomy spin-off. According to the announcement by Shondaland, her character will be "a tormented and cynical doctor who runs a medical center in a small town in West Texas."
When does the new Grey’s Anatomy spin-off starring Karla Souza premiere?
The new Grey’s Anatomy spin-off is scheduled to premiere during the 2027-2028 television season on ABC. At the moment, the exact premiere date or the rest of the cast has not been announced.
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