Maria Canals-Barrera is a gifted actress who has showcased her talent across the board in entertainment: TV, film, stage, and voice acting. She is best known for her starring role in the three-time Emmy Award-winning series Wizards of Waverly Place. She also appeared in the Disney Channel movies Camp Rock and Camp Rock 2: The Final Jam. Her theatrical movie credits include Larry Crowne, Master of Disguise and My Family / Mi Familia. Other television credits include Cristela, Brothers Garcia, Marielena, Corte Tropical, The Tony Danza Show, Beggars and Choosers, and American Family. Maria lives in Los Angeles with her husband and two children, playing the part of a real mom.
