Aimee Garcia Bio: Age, Husband, Net Worth, Height, Parents, Movies & TV Shows, Kids

Aimee Sandimés Garcia López de Ordóñez, known professionally as Aimee Garcia, is an American actress and writer celebrated for her versatile roles in television and film.

She gained widespread recognition for portraying Veronica Palmero on the ABC sitcom George Lopez (2006–2007), Jamie Batista on Showtime’s Dexter (2011–2013), and Ella Lopez on the Fox/Netflix series Lucifer (2016–2021).

Her dynamic performances and multicultural background have made her a trailblazer for Latinx representation in Hollywood.

Profile

• Full Name: Aimee Sandimés Garcia López de Ordóñez
• Stage Name: Aimee Garcia
• Born: November 28, 1978
• Age: 46 years old
• Birthplace: Chicago, Illinois, United States
• Nationality: American
• Occupation: Actress, Writer, Producer
• Height: 1.63 m
• Parents: Eloisa Garcia, Hector Garcia
• Siblings: Unknown
• Spouse: None
• Children: None
• Relationship: Single
• Net Worth: $3 million

Early Life and Education

Aimee Sandimés Garcia López de Ordóñez was born on November 28, 1978, in Chicago, Illinois. Her mother, Eloisa Garcia, a dentist from Pachuca, Hidalgo, Mexico, graduated from Northwestern University, while her father, Hector Garcia, a U.S. Armed Forces veteran, hails from San Juan, Puerto Rico. She has no siblings.

Garcia attended Fenwick High School in Oak Park, Illinois, graduating in 1996, and later earned a triple major in economics, journalism, and French from Northwestern University. Of Mexican and Puerto Rican descent, she identifies with Christianity, though she keeps her religious life private.

Career

Aimee Garcia began her career at age seven, making her professional stage debut in Paul Mejia’s Cinderella at The Auditorium Theatre in Chicago. By 12, she was performing in The Nutcracker and joined the Young People’s Company, alongside notable alumni like John and Joan Cusack.

Her early television roles included appearances in ER (1999) and The Agency (2001), but her breakthrough came with the role of Maria in Greetings from Tucson (2002) and as Veronica Palmero on George Lopez (2002–2007), where she was one of the few Latinas in syndicated television at the time.

Garcia’s career soared with her role as Jamie Batista on Dexter (2011–2013), earning a SAG Award nomination for Best Ensemble in a Drama Series, and as Ella Lopez on Lucifer (2016–2021), where her portrayal of a forensic scientist won critical acclaim.

In 2019, she partnered with AJ Mendez to co-write the comic book series GLOW vs. The Babyface and Dungeons & Dragons: At the Spine of the World. They founded Scrappy Heart Productions in 2020, focusing on diverse storytelling. Her film credits include Spanglish (2004), RoboCop (2014), and the Netflix movie Christmas with You (2022).

As of 2025, Garcia remains a prominent figure in entertainment, recently starring as Dr. Julia Ochoa in Criminal Minds: Evolution and playing Birdie Case in Hallmark’s The Cases of Mystery Lane series, with Death is Listening (2024) being a fan favorite.

Her production company continues to develop projects that champion underrepresented voices. Garcia’s influence extends to her advocacy for Latinx representation, earning her recognition on lists like HOLA! USA’s Top 100 Latina Powerhouse in 2021. Her commitment to community, including her involvement with the Chicago Red Stars, underscores her multifaceted legacy.

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @aimeegarcia4realz
• Facebook Handle: Aimee Garcia
• Twitter Handle: @Aimee_Garcia

Personal Life

Aimee Garcia, is currently single and has kept her personal life largely private. She was previously in a relationship with footballer Anthony Cook, which ended without public details on the cause of their separation.

Rumors of an engagement surfaced when she was spotted at a jewelry store, but Garcia clarified these were unfounded. She has no children and has not been married.

Filmography

• The Homecoming (1996) – Film Debut
• Cadet Kelly (2002) – Gloria
• Spanglish (2004) – Narrator
• D-War (2007) – Supporting Role
• Major Movie Star (2008) – Private Vicky Castillo
• RoboCop (2014) – Dr. Jae Kim
• Christmas with You (2022) – Angelina
• The Cases of Mystery Lane (2023–2024) – Birdie Case
• ER (1999) – Leanne Lawler
• Greetings from Tucson (2002–2003) – Maria
• George Lopez (2002–2007) – Veronica Palmero
• Dexter (2011–2013) – Jamie Batista
• Vegas (2012–2013) – Yvonne Sanchez
• Lucifer (2016–2021) – Ella Lopez
• Dragons: The Nine Realms (2021–2023) – Alex Gonzalez (voice)
• Criminal Minds: Evolution (2024) – Dr. Julia Ochoa

Net Worth

Aimee Garcia’s estimated net worth is $3 million USD. Her primary sources of wealth include her acting roles in television and film, notably George Lopez, Dexter, and Lucifer, as well as her writing and producing work with Scrappy Heart Productions. Further income is derived from brand partnerships and her social media endorsements, reflecting her prominence in the entertainment industry.