Personal details
- Birth Date: 1995-01-07
- Height: 5′ 6″ (1.68 m)
- Birth Location: The Bronx, New York City, New York, USA
- Parents: Elba Guaba
- Professions: Actress, Composer, Producer
Leslie Grace Martínez, yeah, you’ve probably heard her name tossed around lately. She’s not just your average triple-threat—she’s got that Dominican-American flair, and honestly, she owns every stage she steps on. Remember her as Nina Rosario in “In the Heights”? She crushed it. People couldn’t stop talking about her vocals, her energy, that fire she brought to the screen. And then she just casually steps up as Barbara Gordon in the “Batgirl” flick for HBO Max. Now, that’s not some small shoes to fill, following legends like Yvonne Craig and Alicia Silverstone, but Leslie? She made the role feel fresh, like Batgirl finally got the upgrade she deserved. Before all this acting buzz, she was already killing it in the music scene. Two albums, an EP—bouncing between English and Spanish like it’s nothing. There’s something about her voice, you know? It’s silky smooth, but she can hit you with those powerhouse notes outta nowhere. And she doesn’t stick to just one vibe—sometimes she’s got that pop groove, sometimes she’s all about those heartfelt ballads. What really sets Leslie apart, though, is how she weaves her heritage into everything. She’s not afraid to let her Dominican roots shine, whether it’s in her lyrics, her interviews, or just the way she carries herself. She’s the type who makes it look easy, but you know she’s worked her butt off to get here. If you haven’t paid attention yet, now’s probably a good time to start. She’s just getting warmed up.
Born and raised in Davie, Florida, she grew up just like any other kid—probably sweating through muggy summers and dodging the odd alligator rumor at school. She hit up Indian Ridge Middle School before moving on to Western High, which, let’s be honest, sounds like the kind of place where Friday night football was probably the biggest event in town. Those school years in Davie definitely shaped her. You can almost imagine her walking the halls, maybe dreaming about something bigger, or just trying to survive algebra. The Florida vibe—laid-back but a little wild—kind of sticks with you, you know? Not to mention, growing up in a spot like that, surrounded by palm trees and thunderstorms, it’s bound to sneak into your personality. So, yeah, her early days in Davie, bouncing between those local schools, ended up laying the groundwork for wherever she landed next.
January 7, 1995
5′ 6″ (1.68 m)
Konidela Ram Charan
The Bronx, New York City, New York, USA
Elba Guaba and Surekha
30 years old