Gloria Votsis was born on February 9, 1979, in Pittsford, New York. She grew up in upstate New York as part of a close-knit Greek-American family. Proud of her cultural heritage, she often describes her upbringing as being part of a “big Greek family,” which played an important role in shaping her character. At the age of 17, Gloria made a bold decision to study abroad in France for her senior year of high school. This experience not only enriched her perspective on life but also gave her fluency in the French language, in addition to her native English and Greek.
Following high school, she attended New York University, where she further explored her interests. Before stepping into the entertainment world, Gloria worked in the finance sector. Although successful in the field, she soon realized her true passion lay in acting. With courage and determination, she left her job and moved to Los Angeles to begin a new chapter in her life.
Start in the Entertainment Industry
Gloria Votsis began her career in front of the camera through commercials. Her most recognized early work included a series of Crest toothpaste advertisements. These early roles helped her gain experience and confidence in front of the camera.
Her first major roles came in the early 2000s, where she took on small parts in various American TV shows and films. These smaller roles gave her the foundation to build her acting career gradually and allowed her to connect with casting directors and producers in the industry
Television Career Highlights
Gloria’s breakthrough came in 2010 when she was cast as Vanessa Buckley in the supernatural television drama The Gates. The series gave her the chance to show her acting range and attracted a growing fan base.
She is perhaps best known for her recurring role as Alex Hunter in the popular USA Network series White Collar. Appearing in nine episodes, her character brought a mix of intelligence, charm, and mystery, which made her a memorable part of the show.
Throughout her career, Gloria has made guest appearances on many well-known TV shows. These include:
- Hawaii Five-0
- CSI: Miami
- Person of Interest
- Suburgatory
- Sex and the City
- Six Degrees
- Dirt
- Cupid
- Grimm
- The Millers
- The Night Shift
Her versatility has allowed her to play a wide range of roles, from drama to comedy and everything in between.
Film Work
In addition to television, Gloria has also worked in several films. Notable movie roles include:
- The Education of Charlie Banks (2007)
- Train (2008)
- Killer Movie (2008)
These roles further demonstrated her talent and ability to take on diverse characters in various genres.
Personal Life
Beyond her acting career, Gloria Votsis is known for her linguistic skills. She speaks French and Greek fluently, a reflection of both her education and her multicultural background. On September 5, 2015, she married Scott Davis. While she keeps her personal life relatively private, it’s clear that family and culture remain important to her. She has a successful career in the film industry.
