Jessica Darrow

Actress/singer, Disney’s Encanto

What is Jessica Darrow known for?

Jessica Darrow, a distinguished alumna of Coral Reef High School in Miami, Florida, is an American actress and singer hailed for her exemplary contributions to entertainment. She was born on January 7, 1995 in Miami, Florida, and of Cuban descent. Her musical career spans various genres including reggaeton, urban, and pop music.

Even as a teenager, Darrow was deeply influenced by songs by Lin-Manuel Miranda and was drawn to Disney films. Her journey in the film industry started in 2019 with her role as Sarah in the film Feast of the Seven Fishes directed by Robert Tinnell.

Darrow's big breakthrough came in 2021 when she voiced Luisa Madrigal in Disney's acclaimed animated feature film, Encanto. The song "Surface Pressure," which she sang in the film, became a sensation, achieving platinum certification by the RIAA and reaching number 8 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in early 2022. Further expanding her voice acting portfolio, Darrow also voiced Mimi in Grand Theft Auto Online's 2021 update "Los Santos Tuners."

In her personal life, Darrow has openly voiced her support for the LGBT community and has proudly represented the community at several prestigious events. Some of her other notable filmography includes roles in "Hamster & Gretel," and her discography features songs including "Same Way," and "Make It Clean".

With her enchanting voice and inspiring roles, Jessica Darrow has etched a name for herself in the entertainment industry, making her high school, Coral Reed High, and her hometown Miami, immensely proud.