Kristin was born and raised in Manila, Philippines. At 16, she moved to Washington DC.  She received her BFA in Acting from SUNY Purchase where she was granted the Chair's Award for Achievement in Acting.

 

While keeping a home base in New York City, she has worked extensively across the US at prestigious regional theatres in shows from classical pieces to new works. She frequently collaborates with directors Mary Zimmerman and Mike Donahue. 

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She is a proud member of The Actors Center where she regularly takes acting classes from Ron Van Lieu, Christopher Bayes, Harris Yulin, Maria Aitken and many more. Upcoming tv shows include Search Party and Bonding. 

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In her down time, she reads fiction, watches the Great British Baking Show, and daydreams about surfing.