Tia Texada

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Tia Texada is an American actress and model. She is best known for her role as Sgt. Maritza Cruz on the NBC series Third Watch, and her recurring role as undercover agent Ribera on The Unit for CBS. Other roles include In Plain Sight, Saving Grace, Chuck, Mind of the Married Man, Everybody Hates Chris, The Amazing Spider-Man, Batman Beyond, Static Shock, Firebreather, and Handy Manny. Additionally, Texada was an announcer for the ESPY Awards and a spokesperson for various products, including Maybelline.