Melissa Padron

Then: About to graduate from the University of Miami at 22 years old, Melissa is a Miami local who comes from a traditional Cuban family. She shares her knowledge of Miami culture and history with the rest of the cast. She has worked in a variety of jobs, from travel agent to phone sex operator. Melissa is excited about branching out beyond her neighborhood and into a brand-new circle of roommates.

Now: MELISSA commutes between Miami and Hollywood as she continues her career in acting, broadcast journalism and music. A magna cum laude graduate of the University of Miami, she has used her bi-lingual talents as a frequent host/correspondent on a variety of Hispanic television shows and commercials. She recently spent time teaching English in Cuba.

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