Sammie Ray is a full-time actress, musician, and artist based in Los Angeles. Half Filipino, half Swedish, she's been professionally acting for 10 years and recently got baptized in April after a profound spiritual transformation. She's also a newly certified Pilates instructor launching her business "Take 45."
Key Topics Discussed
Spiritual Journey & Transformation
- Baptism in April 2024 - Major milestone after reading the entire Bible
- From Tarot to Faith - 8 years of tarot reading before finding Jesus in 2018
- "Fully Surrendered" - Her Netflix special concept for the past year
- Learning Discernment - How she distinguishes God's voice from other spiritual influences
- Letting Go of Family/Friends - Creating healthy boundaries with toxic relationships
Acting Career Journey
- Started at 18 - Gave herself one year to meet acting goals, achieved them in 6 months
- SAG Eligible in 2015 - Through background work and strategic networking
- "On My Block" Netflix - Featured background turned into recurring co-star role
- Agency Representation - 8-year relationship with theatrical agent, separate commercial rep
- Current Season - Comparing herself to Joseph's story, trusting God's timing
Personal Background
- Born and raised in California - Strong LA pride and loyalty
- Hair as Spiritual Barometer - Shaved head in 2021 during spiritual awakening
- Childhood Trauma - Friend's death from cancer affected her for years
- Entertainment Industry Realities - Nepotism struggles and maintaining faith
New Business Venture
- Take 45 Pilates - Mobile personal training service
- Praise Pilates - Christian music and scripture-inspired workouts
- $45 for 45 minutes - New client special offer
- On-location service - Home, office, or set visits
Memorable Quotes
"God is not a maybe kind of God - it's either you are for me or you are against me"
"I had to learn how to love from a distance"
"Stop sipping tea and calling it coffee - be for real with yourself"
Contact Information
- Website: https://sammieray.com
- Social Media: @thesammieray (Instagram, TikTok, Facebook)
- Business: @take40five
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