Elizabeth Danielle Pujadas is a Cuban-American actress, content creator and founder based in New York and Miami. Best known for her powerful portrayal of Ava Serrano on NBC’s Law & Order: Organized Crime, Elizabeth first gained critical acclaim for her role as Aunt Lizzy in HBO’s Me 3.769, a film that won multiple awards across major film festivals including NYLA, Miami Film Festival, and the Utah Film Festival.

Raised in Miami, Elizabeth trained at The Academy of Arts and Minds and earned her BFA in Acting from New World School of the Arts. She is an alum of The American Theatre Wing’s Springboard NYC program and has continued her training with The Second City and iO Chicago, giving her a strong foundation in both drama and improvisation. Fully bilingual in English and Spanish, Elizabeth brings depth, range, and cultural fluency to every role she takes on.

Elizabeth continues to give back to her artistic community as a member of the New World School of the Arts Alumni Board, supporting the next generation of performers while staying connected to the institution that shaped her craft.

In addition to her on-screen work, Elizabeth is the host of Shine Brighter with Liz—a podcast dedicated to honest conversations with inspiring individuals who are lighting the way in their fields and communities. Through personal storytelling and meaningful dialogue, the show encourages listeners to tap into their own light and lead with purpose.

Beyond acting and podcasting, Elizabeth is the founder of Elizabeth Danielle & Co., a creative agency that blends artistry with strategy to help brands and entrepreneurs tell their stories in compelling ways. The agency offers photography, video production, branding, and executive support for small business owners, allowing them to scale their impact with clarity and confidence. Through this work, Elizabeth has partnered with wellness studios, lifestyle brands, and creatives to build authentic content that connects and inspires.

At the heart of Elizabeth’s creative journey is a larger vision: to not only bring characters and stories to life on screen, but to eventually create and produce original work of her own—stories that uplift, challenge, and expand the way we see ourselves and each other.

Through all her work, Elizabeth remains committed to helping others shine—from center stage to behind the scenes.