Jeanine Marie Mason (born January 14, 1991)[2] is an American actress and dancer. Her acting career began after winning the fifth season of the Fox television show So You Think You Can Dance.[3][better source needed] She is best known for her role as Liz Ortecho in the CW's drama series Roswell, New Mexico.
Jeanine Mason | |
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| Born | Jeanine Marie Mason January 14, 1991 Miami, Florida, U.S. |
| Alma mater | University of California, Los Angeles (BA) |
| Occupation(s) | Actress, dancer |
| Years active | 1994–present |
| Known for | Winner of So You Think You Can Dance; Roswell, New Mexico |
| Height | 5 ft 4 in (163 cm)[1] |
| Spouse | Nicholas (m. 2023) |
| Website | jeaninemason.com |
Mason had a recurring role as Dr. Sam Bello on Grey's Anatomy. She has also appeared in Bunheads, Of Kings and Prophets, You’re the Worst, Awkward, Major Crimes, NCIS: Los Angeles, CSI: Crime Scene Investigation and Big Time Rush.
Mason became the first Cuban-American to win So You Think You Can Dance. Her film credits include the thriller Default opposite David Oyelowo and The Archer opposite Bailey Noble.
On stage, she was last seen in Center Theatre Group's 2017 revival of Zoot Suit directed by playwright Luis Valdez opposite Demián Bichir.
Early life and education edit
Mason was born in Miami, Florida, and grew up in a dance-oriented family in Pinecrest. Both of her parents are of Cuban descent.[4] Mason began her dance training at the age of three[5] in ballet and flamenco, and went on to study jazz, acrobatics, hip-hop, modern, and contemporary dance. Mason began her study of theatre at age 11 with community and middle school productions. Upon moving to Los Angeles, California, Mason continues to study theater while also keeping a focus on film and television at the Michael Woolson Studio.[6] Mason earned a Bachelor of Arts in World Arts and Cultures, graduating cum laude, from the University of California, Los Angeles in the spring of 2014.[7][8]
Career edit
So You Think You Can Dance edit
At the age of 18, Mason competed on the fifth season of the show So You Think You Can Dance, becoming the youngest winner in the history of the competition over fellow contestants Brandon Bryant, Kayla Radomski, and Evan Kasprzak. For the first five weeks of the competition (Top 20 to Top 12), Mason was partnered with Phillip Chbeeb. During the show's sixth week (Top 10), Mason danced a contemporary number choreographed by Travis Wall and was partnered with Jason Glover. Later, Mason was also partnered with Brandon Bryant, Ade Obayomi, Evan Kasprzak, and Kayla Radomski. Mason was consistently praised for her strong and versatile performances.[citation needed]
During the fall of 2009, Mason toured the United States with the top twelve dancers of the So You Think You Can Dance competition.[9]
Acting career edit
Shortly after completing So You Think You Can Dance, Mason turned her full attention to channeling her performing skills into her other lifelong love, the craft of acting. Her on-screen career began when Mason starred in the Halloween episode of Nickelodeon's hit show, Big Time Rush. From there, she appeared in The Bling Ring, CSI: Crime Scene Investigation, The Fresh Beat Band and Hollywood Heights before landing the recurring role of Cozzette on ABC Family's Bunheads and leading roles in Hot Mess and Delirium. She has also booked roles on Major Crimes and Secret Life of the American Teenager as well as several smaller, independent projects. Mason had a recurring role on ABC's hit medical drama Grey's Anatomy as Dr. Sam Bello.[10]
In February 2018, it was announced that she joined the pilot of Roswell, New Mexico as Liz Ortecho.[11][12] The CW ordered the show to series on May 11, 2018.[13]
Mason performed on November 29, 2009 at the Dizzy Feet Gala in Los Angeles, California at the Kodak Theatre. She and Jason Glover performed their popular contemporary piece, "If It Kills Me", choreographed by Travis Wall, and originally performed Top 10 week on SYTYCD.[14] Glover has described Mason as "Unique. You just don’t find dancers like her. She has beautiful lines, is funky and charismatic, and has so much life onstage. Not only does it show in her movement but also on her face. Jeanine is a brilliant performer and one of my favorite people to watch—not just in our group, but out of any dancer I've seen, from Gregory Hines to Gene Kelly."[15]
On November 9, 2010, Mason performed a contemporary-ballroom dance with Mark Ballas to John Legend's "Ordinary People" on the television show, Dancing With the Stars.
Her sister, Alexis, also auditioned for the eighth season of So You Think You Can Dance, and made it to the final solo performances before Top 20 in Vegas.
Performances edit
| Week | Partner | Dance | Song | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Phillip Chbeeb | Hip-Hop | "Mad"—Ne-Yo | Safe |
| 2 | Tango | "Violento (Up Mix)"—Bailongo! | Safe | |
| 3 | Broadway | "Moses Supposes"—from”Singin' in the Rain” | Safe | |
| 4 | Hip-Hop | "Love Lockdown"—Kanye West | Bottom 3 | |
| Results show solo | "Moonlight Sonata"—Smart Sleep With Classical | |||
| 5 | Russian folk dance | "Kalinka"—Barynya | Bottom 3 | |
| Jive | "Stuff Like That There"—Bette Midler | |||
| Results show solo | "Baby's Romance"—Chris Garneau | |||
| 6 | Jason Glover | Contemporary | "If It Kills Me (The Casa Nova Sessions)"—Jason Mraz | Safe |
| Performance show solo | "Violento (Up Mix)"—Bailongo! | |||
| 7 | Brandon Bryant | Smooth Waltz | "May It Be"— Hayley Westenra | Safe |
| Pop Jazz | "Battlefield"—Jordin Sparks | |||
| Performance show solo | "Let the Drummer Kick"—Citizen Cope | |||
| 8 | Ade Obayomi | Samba | "LoveGame"—Lady Gaga | Safe |
| Hip-Hop | "Move (If You Wanna)"—Mims | |||
| Performance show solo | "Feedback"—Janet Jackson | |||
| 9 | Evan Kasprzak | Jazz | "Heartbreaker"—MSTRKRFT featuring John Legend | Winner |
| Kayla Radomski | Contemporary | "The Four Sections: IV (Full Orchestra)"—Steve Reich | ||
| Brandon Bryant | Paso Doble | ”Tetsujin"— from The Matrix Revolutions† | ||
| Final solo | "Por una Cabeza"—The Tango Project | |||
Personal life edit
In March 2023, Mason announced her engagement.[16] In late 2023, Mason married a man named Nicholas, who is a major in the U.S. Army Reserves.[17]
Filmography edit
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | Default | Marcela | |
| 2016 | El Empantanado (The Muddy) | Heili | |
| 2017 | The Archer | Rebecca Rosinsky | |
| 2020 | Christmas on the Square | Felicity Sorenson | |
| TBA | Viral | Jules | Post-production |
| 2024 | Megamind vs. the Doom Syndicate | Christina Christo[18] | Voice |
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | Big Time Rush | Muffy | Episode: "Big Time Halloween" |
| 2011 | The Fresh Beat Band | Amy | Episode: "Step It Up" |
| 2011 | The Bling Ring | Bosso | Television film |
| 2011 | CSI: Crime Scene Investigation | Gween Seligson | Episode: "Brain Doe" |
| 2012 | Hollywood Heights | Natalie | 2 episodes |
| 2013 | Bunheads | Cozzette | 7 episodes |
| 2013 | The Secret Life of the American Teenager | Bebe | Episode: "Money for Nothin'" |
| 2013 | Major Crimes | Heather | Episode: "Jailbait" |
| 2014 | Delirium | Hana Tate | Unsold Fox pilot |
| 2014 | Awkward | Shayne | Episode: "Prison Breaks" |
| 2014 | You're the Worst | Dana | Episode: "Equally Dead Inside" |
| 2014 | NCIS: Los Angeles | Bonnie Flores | Episode: "The Grey Man" |
| 2016 | Of Kings and Prophets | Merav | Main role; 9 episodes |
| 2017 | Searchers | Juniper | Television film |
| 2017 | Ride Overshare | Natalie | Episode: "Natalie" |
| 2017 | Daytime Divas | Nick | 2 episodes |
| 2017 | Criminal Minds | Helen Pierce | Episode: "To a Better Place" |
| 2017–18 | Grey's Anatomy | Dr. Sam Bello | Recurring role; 12 episodes |
| 2018 | Grey's Anatomy: B-Team | ABC webseries; 3 episodes | |
| 2019–2022 | Roswell, New Mexico | Liz Ortecho | Lead role |
| 2020–2022 | Trolls: TrollsTopia | Minuet Sonata | |
| 2021 | Grace and Frankie | Dr. Green | Episode: "The Circumcision" |
| 2023 | Upload | Karina Silva | Main cast (season 3) |
References edit
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- ^ itsjeaninemason (January 14, 2018). "Thank you for all the birthday wishes. Man do I adore you all! Xo". Instagram. Archived from the original on 2021-12-24. Retrieved May 13, 2018.
- ^ SMITH, OLIVIA. "Jeanine Mason is 'So You Think You Can Dance' winner". nydailynews.com. Retrieved 2019-07-05.
- ^ ""SYTYCD" Winner Jeanine Mason: "I Was a Horrific Dancer!"". Latina.com. Retrieved 21 August 2017.
- ^ "Jeanine Mason Knows She Can Dance" People Magazine. August 7, 2009. Retrieved 17 April 2011
- ^ "Our Clients | The Michael Woolson Studio". Michaelwoolson.com. 2013-01-18. Retrieved 2014-08-10.
- ^ "Jeanine Mason: Why I Chose College". Dance Spirit. 2012-09-10. Archived from the original on 2014-07-19. Retrieved 2014-08-10.
- ^ Jeanine Mason's Passion Project, retrieved 2020-06-01
- ^ "So You Think You Can Dance - So You Think You Can Dance Tour 2009". 12 July 2009. Archived from the original on 12 July 2009. Retrieved 21 August 2017.
- ^ "Grey's Anatomy: Meet the new interns". Entertainment Weekly. May 25, 2011. Retrieved May 13, 2018.
- ^ Andreeva, Nellie (January 30, 2018). "'Roswell' Reboot, Projects Produced By Greg Berlanti & Rob Thomas Among 6 CW Pilot Orders For Record Total Of 9 Pilots". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved May 10, 2018.
- ^ Andreeva, Nellie (February 16, 2018). "'Roswell': Jeanine Mason Cast As the Lead Of the CW Reboot Pilot". Deadline. Retrieved May 10, 2018.
- ^ Petski, Denise (May 11, 2018). "The CW Picks Up 'Charmed' & 'Roswell' Reboots, 'TVD'/'Originals Offshoot, 'In The Dark' & Greg Berlanti Pilot To Series". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved May 11, 2018.
- ^ "The Dizzy Feet Gala: Dance Gives Back - Reality Rocks". 6 December 2009. Archived from the original on 6 December 2009. Retrieved 21 August 2017.
{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: bot: original URL status unknown (link) - ^ "America's Sweetheart". Dance Spirit. 2017-10-09. Archived from the original on 2015-03-25. Retrieved 2017-11-19.
- ^ Brandon Livesay (March 14, 2023). "'Roswell, New Mexico' Star Jeanine Mason Is Engaged: 'Always Knew I'd Find You in New York, Fiancé'". People.com. Retrieved February 7, 2024.
- ^ Emily Strohm (January 11, 2024). "Roswell, New Mexico Star Jeanine Mason Got Married on Her N.Y.C. Stoop — See the Photos!". People.com. Retrieved February 7, 2024.
- ^ Mantilla, Ryan Louis (2024-02-01). "Megamind vs. The Doom Syndicate Trailer Sets Peacock Release Date". ComingSoon.net - Movie Trailers, TV & Streaming News, and More. Retrieved 2024-02-03.