Misha Gonz-Cirkl

Born and raised in the Bronx, Misha is a Puerto Rican storyteller whose journey spans from New York City to Germany, and ultimately Hollywood. With extensive credits on stage, television, and in film, Misha's passion for acting, writing, and directing is matched only by her deep connection to her cultural heritage. Misha's contributions as a multi-hyphenate artist reflect her talent, resilience, and unwavering commitment to telling authentic stories while blending her rich American/Caribbean roots with powerful, universally resonant narratives.

A graduate from Performing Arts High School in NYC, she later earned a BA from Cornell University and went on to earn an MBA abroad in Heidelberg, Germany. Although English is her native language she is fluent in both Spanish and German languages.

After a six year absence from New York and acting to earn her MBA and work overseas, she returned to New York City to resume a career in acting. After one pilot season in LA, the move out West was inevitable. Alongside theater credits, she has accumulated numerous dramatic and comedic credits in television and film: namely in This Is Us, American Horror Stories, Grey's Anatomy, All My Children, and How To Get Away with Murder. Films credits include, Seberg with Kristen Stewart, In My Pocket, and voice-over work for various projects.

In 2016, Misha wrote and performed in her one-woman play entitled "Hummingbird", which later toured nationally with honorable mention at New York's Solo United Festival off-Broadway in 2023. The play highlighted her talents as an actress, writer, co-director and producer. The play "Hummingbird" also featured an original song written by Misha. earning her the multi-hyphenate status: actor-writer-director-producer and lyricist. "Hummingbird" premiered in Los Angeles at In 2017 Misha made her first foray into screenwriting and won 1st place for her short film "Rapture" in the short film (under 5 minute) category at the San Pedro Film Festival.

As a proud union member, in 2023 during the WGA's strike and SAG-AFTRA's strike, Misha found herself heeding the call to organize, educate and be part of the next chapter of change within the union and entertainment industry, and became a union captain on the front-line.

Misha is a proud member of Latinas Acting Up (LAU). An all female, Latin/Hispanic organization born out of the strike; comprised of SAG-AFTRA union members from Los Angeles, New York and Chicago.

Misha volunteers her time as a speaker/mentor and career planning coach to underprivileged students of all ages who have experienced barriers to college and business success. She personally mentor teens in various cities via virtual career fairs and as a speaker with the organization Giveback.ngo.

Misha enjoys her bi-coastal living (LA & NYC) and adores her Shepherd/Terrier rescue, Dolly @bygollydolly

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