Born and raised in a small town in South Texas, Arlene Santana is a Mexican-American actress and host. Arlene graduated with a Theatre Arts degree from St. Edward's University in Austin, Texas. She has held true to her theater roots performing in productions such as the Los Angeles Premier of "Unmerciful Good Fortune." Arlene played the lead character in the tragedy written by Edwin Sanchez. She also starred opposite Patrick J. Adams in the LA Premier of Bill Cain's, "Nine Circles." The production required her to portray three different characters. In a review by Backstage, Arlene's performance was described as "superb."Her acting credits also extend to film and television. Her love for sports and entertainment has helped pave her hosting career as well.