The Hollywood Group is proud to announce Melissa Lozano, as our June Kid of the Month.
Melissa first showed interest in acting and singing when she was only four years old. However, her dreams didn’t really materialize until a few months ago when Melissa and her parents were approached by Kidz in Media representative Linda Bowie at the Ontario Mills Mall.
The thirteen year-old from Riverside began life as a Hollywood Group member last September. "I would like to thank Marla Alexander for discovering the potential and talent of our daughter Melissa," states proud parent Miguel Lozano.
Melissa completed the basic workshops shortly after signing up with The Hollywood Group. By November 2008, she was ready to take the next step and meet the VIPs. The Talent Showcase not only went well, but she received a lot of praise from many agents. One in particular, Heather Baldwin of Youth Talent Connection, was more than just casually impressed. She wanted to sign Melissa, and that’s exactly what happened. Needless to say, the Lozano family was tickled to death. "Signing up our daughter with Marla Alexander at The Hollywood Group, and with Heather Baldwin at Youth Talent Connection, have been two of the best decisions we’ve ever made," exclaims Miguel Lozano.
Constance Tillotson has played a pivotal role in the maturation of young Melissa. She meets with Constance and other young actors weekly for ongoing training. Melissa has worked so hard, and has accomplished so much. She is training often, and booking often.
Melissa’s first job was as background talent in the upcoming comedy feature The Hangover, directed by Todd Phillips. Three months later, she booked her very first audition for a bilingual Peter Piper Pizza commercial that would air in the U.S. and Mexico. It was a huge surprise when she found out she booked it! Little did she know, this would be the beginning of her booking success. Six weeks later, Melissa booked her second commercial for Hasbro.
"Most actors need more prep time before they’re up and running. Melissa has been exposed to so many fantastic sources at a young age; couple that with her strong will and desire to perform and it makes for a winning combination," says John Kasten, Hollywood Group Talent Coordinator. In a mere nine months, Melissa has accomplished so much...more than most would ever dream of in triple that time. Congratulations on your achievements Melissa, it’s an honor well deserved!
Tuesday, June 2, 2009
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