- Born
- Nicknames
- Chrissy
- C
- Chris
- Height1.63 m
- Christine Sclafani was born in an Italian section of Paterson, New Jersey, first child to Italian American parents from Bronx, NY, Lorene Sclafani (homemaker) and Frank Sclafani (drummer and lithographer). Christine is third generation Italian American whose great grandparents immigrated from Palermo Italy to Ellis Island NY. She has one sister, Janene. Both sisters hold dual citizenship in Italy and the USA.
Christine was raised mostly in South Florida. Her parents divorced when she was nine years old, and home life changed. An avid roller skater at the time, she joined the neighborhood roller rink's "speed team" and that's where she spent a lot of her time perfecting her skill of roller skating and learning how to jam skate. These younger years spent in the roller rink impacted her life in so many positive ways, it helped her discover who she was and its where she forged so many meaningful friendships.
Christine juggled multiple jobs through high school, realizing she didn't want to go to college and work a nine to five job. She learned at a very young age if you want something, you must work for it. She recognized her artistic and creative talents and attended Sheridan Vocational where she obtained a cosmetology license. Simultaneously, the "never camera-shy beauty" started modeling out of Miami, FL for several swimwear, lingerie and sportswear companies. She competed in "Hawaiian Tropic" and "Venus" swimsuit competitions and won "Miss World of Wheels" in the early 90's. In addition, Christine was featured in numerous magazines such as Playboy, Harley Davidson, and Swimwear Illustrated - just to name a few. She also appeared as a "featured extra" in the movie "Birdcage" that filmed in Miami Beach FL, starring Robin Williams and Nathan Lane, which ignited the "acting bug" in her. With the desire and drive to pursue a career in "Showbiz" she moved to New York City to study dance and theater.
Along with acting studies, Christine attended LaValle's East Coast Karate and Kickboxing. For many years, she trained under Kiyoshi Steve Lavallee in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Kenpo, Muay Thai, Taekwondo and Kickboxing earning her first-degree black belt. Shortly after, Christine joined an acting group that ultimately brought her to Los Angeles to perform in a showcase in front of Agents and Managers for possible representation. Since then and to perfect her craft, she has studied with the finest acting coaches such as Howard Fine, Lesly Kahn, and Sandy Marshall. She also attended the Upright Citizens Brigade for Improv.
A professional Model, Actress, Host and Spokesperson, Christine's love for the camera is undeniable. Along with acting, roller skating and MMA, she shares a love for drums, photography, cinematography, directing and the making of films. Christine is a proud member of the Screen Actors Guild/AFTRA and Women in Film.- IMDb mini biography by: Rhadi Ferguson, PhD
- Gender / Gender identityFemale
- Pronounsshe/her
- Race / EthnicityWhite
- Nationality / Religious or Ethnic identityItalian
- Christine is a licensed Cosmetologist in Florida and California, a Certified Bartender, Certified Poker Dealer and holds a Guard Card through BSIS for the state of California.
- Christine's a fitness enthusiast and a huge Mixed Martial Arts fan. This "mat-junkie" earned her First Degree Black Belt in 2006. She's trained in Muay Thai, Kenpo, Taekwondo, Kickboxing and Brazilian Jujitsu. She continued her training under Shihan Dai Vince Cecere at American Old School Jujitsu in close quarter combat method and Japanese Jujitsu. Her weapon's training consists is Kama's, Escrima Sticks and Nunchucks.
- Christine's entrepreneurial spirit and competitive drive have also positioned her to be the Host and Spokesperson for the indoor hydroponic gardening company known as "Phototron." Since becoming their Spokesperson and a grower of her own veggies and herbs, she became a Food Activist who makes a conscientious effort to support local and sustainable agriculture. She's involved with the education and dissemination of information to the public about food and sustainable living throughout communities.
- Lover of all animals, Christine was an active volunteer in the communities of Los Angeles and South Florida. Registered with Therapy Dogs International since 2004, Christine and her beloved late English Springer Spaniel (Chase) donated their time for "pet therapy" between nursing homes, retirement homes, children's hospitals and libraries that have a "pet therapy" reading program with kids and dogs, up until his passing July 17, 2016. She is also an advocate for animal rights.
- Christine is an avid marijuana advocate who promotes the use of marijuana for medicinal purposes. She supports the movement and the benefits cannabis brings to so many illnesses. She believes in holistic healing over pharmaceutical when possible. She is a "Culture" Correspondent for The National Marijuana News.
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