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Cora McCoy (born Cora Ann McCoy; March 06, 1986) is an American actress, training at the The Actors Workshop, Singer, Sr. Marketing and Sales Assistant at Mattel, and a and graduate of Aliso Niguel high school.

Early years
California native Cora Ann McCoy was born in the city of Fresno, to Computer Warehouse Manager Kenneth E. McCoy and Medical Associate Sally A Laird. After attending college in Orange County, where Cora majored/minored in Performing Arts and Biological Sciences with a 3.45 GPA, she pursued the entertainment world, where Music, Theater, and Television compelled her toward the art of Acting.

Returning back to Aliso Viejo, California, in early 2003 Cora excelled in intermediate dance and extracurricular theater programs at Aliso Niguel High School,  she performed choreography from A Chorus Line to Bob Fosse in a theatre production titled A Musical Revue. She also had the honor of playing the breathtaking Katherine Von Tassle in The Attic's production of Sleepy Hollow. During her time at college Cora continued her passions for the performing arts by pursuing her dance training, and when she sensed her drive for film, she tested the waters with commercials and voiceover techniques, that prompted her transitioned into Film & Television.

Film/TV
Cora started on her path to film back in 1998 training in commercials and voiceovers, getting a feel, and an understanding for the industry. Once she understood where her focus was needed Cora transitioned into film and television. Fast forward to present day, Cora is currently training with professional acting coach Rob Adams, at The Actors Workshop where she commits her time to her skillsets, staying dedicated to her career. During the past few years, Cora has been fortunate in her profession, obtaining remarkable opportunities in television, as well as working on creative and diverse films like Where they Wander. Her latest project A Cop's life just wrapped filming in the Los Angeles area and is currently in production.

Singer
In 1989 at the young age of 3, it didn't take long for Cora to follow in her mother's footsteps when it came to singing, she would sing any time given the chance to perform. Cora's Choral training started in the 4th grade and continued through high school where she performed in a mixed ensemble as a soloist in a multitude of Festivals, always receiving Superior ratings from the judge's critiques. In 1999 she had the honor of singing as a soloist in a quartet of four young women, in front of an audience of thousands as she and her fellow classmates advanced in their education. The following year, she performed as a soloist in the Buchanan Mixed Choir under the direction of Choral Director, Roger Burgman, at Festival Disney,  in Los Angeles, CA; being the only Mixed ensemble/Soloist to bring home a Gold Medal that year. In 2004 Cora continued her vocal work under the direction of vocal coach Tom Flannery. With Flannery's accompaniment on guitar Cora and Flannery performed an acoustic version of Edwin McCain's I'll be, a song she was honored to perform due to its significance; Cora also sang this song at her father's memorial when he passed away in 1999.

Artist
Picking up sketching as a child, Cora discovered she was quite good and started studying basic art skills under her father's direction early on. It wasnt until a few years later that she was able to advance her skills in college, not only enhancing her basic skills, but also developing her shading, charcoal, negative space, lighting, sketch styles, and angle techniques. Cora continues to draw and paint when she can and has been known to sell a few completed pieces from time to time.

Sr.Customer Marketing & Sales Support Analyst
Cora has been with Mattel since 2012 and enjoys being connected to a company that has exceptional morals and sincere character. Cora is included on the Rose Art team, where activity and stationary creativity is always peaking. From crafts to school needs,writing and board supplies. This team creates it all.

Family
Cora is married to Michael Berezny. The couple married in 2019 and currently have no children.