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Michaela Conlin

Michaela Conlin is an American actress best known for playing Angela Montenegro on the television series *Bones* from 2005 to 2017.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Michaela Conlin is an American actress best known for playing Angela Montenegro on the television series *Bones* from 2005 to 2017. She has also appeared in recurring roles on *Yellowstone* and *For All Mankind*.

Early life and education

Conlin was born in Allentown, Pennsylvania, and is reported to have a Chinese mother and an Irish father. She studied acting at New York University’s Tisch School of the Arts.

Career

She began acting in 2001 and became widely known for her role as Angela Montenegro on *Bones*. Her television work also includes recurring roles in *Yellowstone* and *For All Mankind*.

Filmography

In addition to television, Conlin has appeared in films including *Love the Hard Way*, *Enchanted*, *The Lincoln Lawyer*, *Baby, Baby, Baby*, and *The Disappointments Room*.

Recognition

Her performance in *Bones* made her a familiar face in American television and the role is consistently cited as her best-known work.

Key facts

  • Born in Allentown, Pennsylvania, in 1978.
  • Began her screen acting career in 2001.
  • Played Angela Montenegro on *Bones* for the series' full run from 2005 to 2017.
  • Had recurring roles in *Yellowstone* and *For All Mankind*.
  • Is described in sources as having Chinese and Irish parentage.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Michaela Conlin?
She is an American actress best known for playing Angela Montenegro on *Bones*.
When was Michaela Conlin born?
She was born on June 9, 1978.
What is Michaela Conlin best known for?
She is best known for her long-running role on *Bones*.
Has Michaela Conlin appeared in other TV series?
Yes. Sources note recurring roles in *Yellowstone* and *For All Mankind*.
Where was Michaela Conlin born?
She was born in Allentown, Pennsylvania, in the United States.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Michaela_Conlin
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, nationality, occupation, and best-known role on Bones; mentions Yellowstone and For All Mankind.
  2. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0174819/bio/
    Supports: Birth details, parentage, early acting background, and identification as an American actress best known for Bones.
  3. TV Insider — https://www.tvinsider.com/people/michaela-conlin/
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, acting career summary, and education at NYU Tisch School of the Arts.