Vanessa del Rio
Vanessa del Rio, born Anna Maria Sanchez on March 31, 1952 in Harlem, New York, is an American actress, director and former adult performer. Public records document 94 acting credits, one directing credit, four wins and three nominations.
- Born
- March 31, 1952
- Age
- 74
- Nationality
- American
Vanessa del Rio biography
Vanessa del Rio was born Anna Maria Sanchez on March 31, 1952 in Harlem, New York.
Public records document 94 acting credits, one directing credit, four wins and three nominations.
Her main adult-film career ran through the 1970s, 1980s and 1990s.
Later mainstream credits include NYPD Blue and the 2008 feature Soul Men.
Personal & professional details
- Name
- Vanessa del Rio
- Born
- March 31, 1952
- Age
- 74
- Birthplace
- Harlem, Manhattan, New York City, New York, United States
- Nationality
- American
- Profession
- American actress, director, writer and former adult performer
- Location
- Harlem, New York / U.S. film and media
- Career start
- Professional screen work documented from the 1970s
- Also known as
- Anna Maria Sanchez, Vanesa Del Rio, Vannessa del Rio
- Known for
- 94 IMDb acting credits, Four IMDb-listed wins, NYPD Blue, Soul Men, Dracula Exotica, Viva Vanessa
Career timeline
Adult-film career
Del Rio built a major U.S. adult-film career and one directing credit.
NYPD Blue
IMDb credits del Rio as herself in an episode of the network drama.
Soul Men
She appeared as a Full-Figured Neighbor in the mainstream comedy.
Documentary and historical media
IMDb lists continuing self/documentary appearances reflecting her historical significance.
