Perez

The Spanish surname Perez, meaning "rock" or "stone", is prevalent in Spain, Portugal, and Latin America.

Character

Cinematic

Saw

Athena Karkanis, a Canadian actress, voice actress, and producer, was born in Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in English Literature from McGill University and a Diploma in Acting from the National Theatre School of Canada. Karkanis has been active in the entertainment industry for several years, with notable works in both acting and voice acting roles.

Karkanis has been recognized for her acting talents with nominations for a Canadian Screen Award for Best Actress in a Continuing Leading Dramatic Role for her portrayal of Detective Perez in the Saw series, and a Gemini Award for Best Actress in a Guest Role in a Dramatic Series for her portrayal of Dr. Samantha Ryan in the television series “The Border”. She also won a Leo Award for Best Supporting Performance by a Female in a Motion Picture for her portrayal of Anya in the film “The Barrens”.

In addition to her acting career, Karkanis is a trained dancer and has performed in several stage productions. She is also an accomplished singer, having released two albums. Karkanis has expanded her talents into writing and producing as well, contributing to various notable productions.

Athena Karkanis is married to actor Ian Colletti, and together they have two children. In her personal life, Karkanis enjoys yoga, hiking, reading, and spending time with her family. She is an active supporter of several charities, including the Canadian Cancer Society and the Multiple Sclerosis Society of Canada. Karkanis is also a vocal advocate for mental health awareness and has spoken publicly about her own struggles with anxiety and depression.

The surname Perez is of Spanish origin and dates back to the Middle Ages. Derived from the Latin name Petrus, which means “rock” or “stone”, the surname Perez is most commonly found in Spain, Portugal, and Latin America.