Ivelize Santiago
Producer • Actress • Writer
Ivelize Santiago, born in Mayagüez, Puerto Rico, is an award-winning producer, actress, and writer. She launched her career in 2011 and gained international attention with La Gran Alondra (2014), a television series on love and social class in the 1980s. The production earned the Paoli Award for Best TV Series, the Orlando Golden Mic Award for Best Production and Producer, and widespread recognition in Orlando’s media.
Her upcoming series Mundo de Lobas (The Werewolf World), inspired by the lives of Kiki Camarena and Caro Quintero, will be released in four languages—English, Spanish, Italian, and Portuguese—with English closed captions. She is also producing the short film Between the Branch, addressing domestic violence and bullying.
Santiago continues to expand her storytelling with bold new projects:
Detrás de Mi Espejo – exploring depression and emotional distress
The Other Woman – a psychological tale of obsessive attachment
Calacas – a love story framed within Mexico’s Día de Muertos traditions
Colores de Perdón – awarded Best Screenplay, a moving story of a young girl’s journey of resilience while living with a disability
Her creative impact has been recognized with numerous awards, including the Paoli Award (2023), the Communicator Award of Excellence (2025), and the Jozco Award as New Entrepreneur, solidifying her place as a visionary voice in contemporary film and television.