A Norwegian-American actress and model, born on July 9, 1976, in Tromsø, Norway. At the age of 8, Ewa Da Cruz started her career as a model in her native Norway for a major clothing line. She continued her work as a model for print ads and editorials, as well as in fashion shows in Oslo. Ewa's work in Norway included commercial work, short films, documentaries, and theater productions before moving to the USA, where she joined the American Academy of Dramatic Arts (AADA) in New York. After graduation, she was invited to join the AADA Theatre Company. Her notable works include As the World Turns and Reya.