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Rachel Ticotin
Rachel Ticotin
Age 68 years (Nov 1, 1958)
Birthplace The Bronx, New York City, New York, USA
Movies 27
TV Shows 18

Rachel Ticotin

Actress · Since 1981
Known for
  1. 2019 Ginain The Act
  2. 1990 Melinain Total Recall
  3. 1991 Kim Brandonin F/X2
An American actress from the Bronx, of Puerto Rican descent, Rachel Ticotin broke through as an action-drama lead in the early 1990s. Born in 1958, she starred opposite Arnold Schwarzenegger as Melina in the sci-fi hit 'Total Recall' (1990) and later appeared in Tony Scott's 'Man on Fire' (2004). She has worked steadily across film and television, frequently cast in roles of strength and authority. A poised, capable performer and one of the more visible Latina actresses of her generation, she remains an American actress of grounded, dependable presence.
Known for
  1. 2019 Ginain The Act
  2. 1990 Melinain Total Recall
  3. 1991 Kim Brandonin F/X2
An American actress from the Bronx, of Puerto Rican descent, Rachel Ticotin broke through as an action-drama lead in the early 1990s. Born in 1958, she starred opposite Arnold Schwarzenegger as Melina in the sci-fi hit 'Total Recall' (1990) and later appeared in Tony Scott's 'Man on Fire' (2004). She has worked steadily across film and television, frequently cast in roles of strength and authority. A poised, capable performer and one of the more visible Latina actresses of her generation, she remains an American actress of grounded, dependable presence.
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Sheriff Country
Eva Santos
★ 7.4
2026
Diamond
Mrs. Echevarria
★ 5.7
2026
NCIS
Joy Aaronson
★ 7.6
2022Season 20
Superintelligence
Director Tyson
★ 5.9
2020
The Act
Gina
★ 7.6
2019
Grey's Anatomy
Marie Cerone
★ 8.2
2018
Homeland
Mercedes Acosta
★ 7.6
2017Season 6
Blue Bloods
Carmen Castillo
★ 7.8
2012Season 3
NCIS: Los Angeles
Monica Tenez
★ 7.5
2012Season 4
Frequently Asked Questions
How old is Rachel Ticotin and where are they from?
Rachel Ticotin is 68 years old, born on November 1, 1958 in The Bronx, New York City, New York, USA.
What are the most famous roles of Rachel Ticotin?
Rachel Ticotin is best known for roles in Total Recall, Man on Fire, Con Air.
How many movies has Rachel Ticotin been in?
Over a 45-year career (since 1981), Rachel Ticotin has appeared in 27 movies and 18 TV shows.
What was Rachel Ticotin's first movie?
The career of Rachel Ticotin began with Fort Apache, the Bronx (1981).
What is Rachel Ticotin's most recent movie or series?
Rachel Ticotin's most recent release is Diamond, which premiered on May 19, 2026.
What TV shows has Rachel Ticotin appeared in?
On television, Rachel Ticotin has appeared in Grey's Anatomy, Lost, The Act, Homeland.
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Rachel Ticotin
Rachel Ticotin
1958-11-01 · The Bronx, New York City, New York, USA

Rachel Ticotin Strauss (born November 1, 1958) is an American film and television actress. She's best known for her roles as Director Tyson in Superintellegince, Lt. Arleen Gonzales on NBC's Law & Order: LA, Christina Lowell in The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants 1 & 2, Mariana Garcia Guerrero in Man on Fire, Dr. Martinez in Something's Gotta Give, Laura Roam on the FOX series Skin, Guard Sally Bishop in Con Air, Rachel Taper in Turbulence, Doña Inez in Don Juan DeMarco, Melina in Total Recall (1990), and Teresa Storm on the ABC series Ohara.

She was married to actor David Caruso from 1984 to 1987, with whom she has a daughter Greta, born in 1984. Since 1998, she has been married to actor Peter Strauss.

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