Family
Even though it was hard, all in all Diane loves her family.
Did Diane at any point have depression?
Diane did have depression during her transition into college life.
Was Diane's Family Legal?
How old was Diane when her parents were deported?
14 years old
Describe Diane
Resilient, Strong, Determined.
What is Diane's relationship with her father like?
Diane mentions that they bonded with Music and Dancing in the few opportunities they had to. She had a good relationship with him and he was an inspiration to her.
What does Diane experience after her parents deportation?
Anxiety and Panic Attacks.
What happens to Diane's dad after being deported back to Columbia?
He struggles to find work and navigate through the culture and language barriers.
What did Diane wish he had done after high school.
Describe Dianes Mother
Strong, Hardworking, Sacrificed a lot for her family.
What is Diane's relationship with her mother like?
Diane's mother was a constant source of support and encouragement for her. And despite she got deported she was still a vital source of emotional support.
What does Diane do to cope with her Depression? (Didn't help, but made it worse)
She started consuming alcohol thinking it would help her.
What happens to Diane's mom when she is deported?
She lives in Columbia with Diane's grandmother for a bit, then moves to Spain to start fresh.
When did Diane really start pursuing her acting career?
When she attended Boston Arts Academy.
Describe Dianes Father
What is Diane's relationship with Natalia and Francesca?
They were important family figures to her. They met at the Boston Acting Academy, and supported her as she pursued her dream of acting.
What was the result of Diane's depression?
She cut herself with broken glass, had suicidal thoughts, and almost jumped off a building.
After her painful experience with immigration, and getting her dream work, what does Diane do?
Diane becomes an advocate for immigration reforms.
What was her most known acting job?
Orange is the New Black
Describe Jared
Supportive, source of stability, helped Diane in Acting school.
How does Diane maintain a relationship with her mother and father after they were deported?
She calls every once in a while, and she saves up enough money to go to columbia with the help of her friend.
What did Diane do to help her get out of her depression?
She talks to her therapist and did self improvement.
What was the main reason Diane's parents and many immigrants who move to the U.S. came for?
Diane's parents like many other immigrants coming to the U.S. came in search of a better life and opportunity.
Before her acting career, what did Diane do to earn extra cash?
She worked as an adult entertainer.
Describe Michelle
Supportive, helped Diane through her toughest times, loyal.