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Lina Esco

Lina Esco is an American actress, producer, director, and activist.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Lina Esco is an American actress, producer, director, and activist. She is best known for her role as Christina "Chris" Alonso on the CBS series *S.W.A.T.* and for appearing in films including *London*, *LOL*, and *Free the Nipple*.

Early life and background

Lina Esco was born in Miami, Florida, on May 14, 1985. Publicly available biographical sources identify her as an American performer and activist.

Acting career

Esco's screen career includes early film work in *London* (2005) and later roles in *Kingshighway* (2010), *LOL* (2012), and *Free the Nipple* (2014). She first gained recognition in 2007 for portraying the daughter of Jimmy Smits' character in the CBS drama *Cane*, which is commonly cited as her breakout television part. She is widely known for playing Christina "Chris" Alonso on *S.W.A.T.*.

Directing and producing

In addition to acting, Esco has worked as a producer and director. She is especially associated with *Free the Nipple*, which she wrote, directed, produced, and starred in according to source material.

Activism

Esco is described in multiple sources as an activist. Her public profile is often linked to advocacy work alongside her entertainment career.

Key facts

  • Lina Esco was born in Miami, Florida, on May 14, 1985.
  • She first gained recognition in 2007 for her role in the CBS drama *Cane*.
  • Her film credits include *London*, *Kingshighway*, *LOL*, and *Free the Nipple*.
  • She is widely known for playing Christina "Chris" Alonso on *S.W.A.T.*.
  • Esco has also worked as a producer, director, and activist.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Lina Esco?
Lina Esco is an American actress, producer, director, and activist best known for her role in *S.W.A.T.*.
When was Lina Esco born?
She was born on May 14, 1985.
Where was Lina Esco born?
She was born in Miami, Florida, in the United States.
What is Lina Esco known for?
She is best known for playing Christina "Chris" Alonso on *S.W.A.T.* and for films such as *Free the Nipple*.
What was Lina Esco's breakout role?
She gained recognition in 2007 for playing the daughter of Jimmy Smits' character in the CBS drama *Cane*.
Has Lina Esco worked behind the camera?
Yes. Sources describe her as a producer and director, including her work on *Free the Nipple*.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lina_Esco
    Supports: Birth date and place; occupations; breakthrough role in Cane; filmography; role in S.W.A.T.
  2. TV Insider — https://www.tvinsider.com/people/lina-esco/
    Supports: Birth date and place; acting credits; directing/producing credits; role in Free the Nipple
  3. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2128467/
    Supports: Biography summary; occupations; role in S.W.A.T.; early career credits; activism-related information
  4. Wikidata — https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q2655318
    Supports: Date of birth; place of birth; citizenship; occupations