Daniela Ruah is a Portuguese-American actress best known for her role as Kensi Blye on the popular television series NCIS: Los Angeles. Born on December 2, 1983, in Boston, Massachusetts, she moved to Portugal at a young age and began her career in television there before transitioning to Hollywood. In addition to her acting career, Ruah is also a skilled dancer and has participated in various dance competitions. She is fluent in both Portuguese and English, which has allowed her to work in diverse roles across different media.