Stefania Spampinato is an Italian actress, director, and storyteller whose work spans film, television, theater, and live conversation. Born in Catania, Sicily, and raised in the small town of Belpasso at the foot of Mount Etna, she developed an early fascination with human behavior, creativity, and self-expression. What began as a passion for dance at six years old evolved into a lifelong exploration of storytelling in all its forms.

After earning a degree in Performing Arts in Milan, Stefania built an international career in dance and theater, performing and collaborating on productions across Europe, the United Kingdom, and the United States. The experience allowed her to work across cultures, disciplines, and artistic mediums, laying the foundation for her later transition into acting and directing.

In 2011, she relocated to Los Angeles to pursue acting. She is best known for portraying Dr. Carina DeLuca on ABC’s Grey’s Anatomy and Station 19, a role that resonated with audiences worldwide and established her as a beloved presence on television. Her screen credits also include Ford v Ferrari alongside Matt Damon and Christian Bale, the Italian box office hit Il Giorno più Bello del Mondo, and the Paramount+ drama series Landman.

Driven by a deep curiosity about people and the stories that shape them, Stefania expanded into directing in 2022. She made her directorial debut with the short film Zita Sempri at the Taormina Film Festival and later directed the acclaimed Station 19 episode Trouble Man. Whether in front of or behind the camera, her work is guided by a desire to explore identity, relationships, resilience, and what it means to be fully human.

Today, Stefania continues to work as an actor and director while developing original creative projects that bridge storytelling, culture, and personal growth. Drawing from her Sicilian roots and her journey from a small town beneath Mount Etna to Hollywood, she brings warmth, humor, and thoughtful curiosity to everything she creates.