Stardom found Dania Ramirez when she was approached by a modeling recruiter while working as security guard. She changed careers from security to model then actress after being cast by Spike Lee in 'Subway Stories.' After her first appearance on the big screen Ramirez was rewarded with feature roles in 'Fat Albert', 'X-Men' and 'The Stand.' Ramirez built a steady track record as an actress, which helped her land a role on the leading NBC series 'Heroes.'