April Hernandez Castillo Biography: Age, Net Worth, Instagram, Spouse, Height, Wiki, Parents, Siblings, Movies, Awards

April Lee Hernandez, professionally known as April Hernandez Castillo, is an American actress, motivational speaker, author, producer, and former stand-up comedian.

She is widely recognized for portraying Eva Benitez in the critically acclaimed drama Freedom Writers.

Over the course of her career, she has appeared in numerous television series, including Dexter, ER, Law & Order, Person of Interest, Elementary, The Following, Nurse Jackie, New Amsterdam, and Gossip Girl.

April Hernandez Castillo
Wiki Facts & About Data
Real Name:	April Lee Hernandez
Stage Name:	April Hernandez Castillo
Born:	January 31, 1980 (age 46 years old)
Place of Birth:	The Bronx, New York, United States
Nationality:	American
Ethnicity:	Puerto Rican
Height:	4 feet 11 inches (150 cm)
Religion:	Christianity
Parents:	Mr. and Mrs. Hernandez
Spouse:	Jose Castillo
Relationship:	Married
Children:	Summer Rose Castillo, Lyla Isabela Castillo
Occupation:	Actress, Motivational Speaker, Author, Producer, Former Stand-up Comedian
Net Worth:	$4 million

Early Life and Education

April Hernandez Castillo was born on January 31, 1980, in The Bronx, New York, United States. Mr. and Mrs. Hernandez raised her. Her ethnicity is Puerto Rican, and her religion is Christianity.

There is no information about her siblings. Growing up in the Bronx inspired her determination to build a better future through education and creativity.

She attended Hunter College in New York, where she initially studied nutrition and athletic training before discovering her passion for acting after enrolling in an improvisation class. That experience inspired her to pursue a professional career in the performing arts.

Career

April Hernandez Castillo started her entertainment career as a stand-up comedian, performing at the famous New York Comedy Club before transitioning into acting.

Her first breakthrough came after appearing in the nationally televised Visa "Yo/Yao” Super Bowl commercial alongside NBA star Yao Ming. She later made television appearances in ER, Law & Order, Law & Order: Special Victims Unit, 30 Rock, and several other popular series.

Her career reached a new level in 2007 after portraying Eva Benitez in Freedom Writers alongside Academy Award winner Hilary Swank, earning widespread praise for her emotional performance. She subsequently joined the cast of Showtime’s Dexter as Officer Cira Manzon.

She appeared in productions such as Person of Interest, Elementary, The Following, Nurse Jackie, Blue Bloods, New Amsterdam, Gossip Girl, The History of Future Folk, Officer Down, Midnight Hustle, and Brownsville Bred.

Beyond acting, she is an accomplished keynote speaker, TEDx presenter, producer, and author of the memoir Embracing Me, which chronicles her experiences overcoming trauma, domestic abuse, and personal adversity.

Together with her husband, she also co-founded LionChaser Media, a production company dedicated to creating inspirational content.

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @aprilleehernandez
• Facebook: April Hernandez Castillo
• X (Twitter): @aprilleeh
• YouTube: April Hernandez Castillo

Personal Life

April Hernandez Castillo, 46 years old, is married to Jose Castillo, whom she married on May 12, 2007.

Before their marriage, the couple dated for several years. They are parents to two daughters, Summer Rose Castillo and Lyla Isabela Castillo.

She enjoys public speaking, writing, traveling, mentoring young people, and advocating for survivors of domestic violence and mental health awareness. Her height is 4 feet 11 inches (150 cm).

Net Worth

April Hernandez Castillo has an estimated net worth of $4 million USD.

Her income is generated from acting in films and television series, motivational speaking engagements, book sales, production projects, brand partnerships, and media appearances.

Additional earnings come from LionChaser Media, public events, workshops, and keynote presentations delivered across schools, universities, corporations, and conferences, contributing to her continued financial success.

Filmography

• Brownsville Bred (2025)
• Midnight Hustle (2023)
• Gossip Girl (2022)
• New Amsterdam (2021)
• The Following (2015)
• Elementary (2013)
• Officer Down (2013)
• The History of Future Folk (2012)
• Person of Interest (2012)
• Dexter (2010)
• Nurse Jackie (2009)
• Blue Blood (2008)
• Freedom Writers (2007)
• 30 Rock (2006)
• ER (2005–2006)
• Law & Order (2004)
• Law & Order: Special Victims Unit (2004)
• Rap War One (2004)
• Big Wes (2003)