Rachel DeFurio
Actor
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Meet Rachel
Rachel is an actor living in Southern California.
After decades of work in academia, technology, and health & wellness, she now takes every opportunity to be on set while continually training.
She is known to her coaches & colleagues as a professional who draws on her experience to embody multi-layered human beings.
Rachel enjoys telling stories with social impact and showing that diversity builds strength.
Film & TV
Your Presence Is Requested Lead dir. Nolan Lampson
TIM Supporting & Voiceover dir. Yarno Lemmelijn
Education & Training
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PennWest University M.S. Exercise Science, Behavioral Coaching
Arizona State University B.A. Broadcast Journalism
Margie Haber Studio, Los Angeles Advanced Acting Scene Study
The Acting Center, Los Angeles Scene Study
The Groundlings, Los Angeles Improv Workshop A
Certifications & Skills
PADI Open Water Diver
Certified Health and Wellness Coach - CHWC
NASM Certified Personal Trainer - CPT & Nutrition Coach
Registered Yoga Teacher - E-RYT 200, RYT 500
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Yoga, Kickboxing, Stage Combat, Snorkel, Paddle Board, Horseback Riding
​Accents - British Standard, Southern American, New York/Brooklyn