‘Shameless’ Star Ruby Modine Explains Why She’s Proud of Her Puerto Rican Roots, Teases Season 8 (Exclusive)
Ruby Modine may have a famous father, but don't let that small factor fool you -- she's worked just as hard as her peers to get to where she is today.During a break from filming, the 27-year-old actress, best known for playing Sierra on Shameless, called Et on the phone, where she explained her journey from childhood to Hollywood.Many of Ruby's fans know her father, Matthew Modine, who's starred in films and TV shows like Full Metal Jacket, Birdy, The Dark Knight Rises and Stranger Things.
But many aren't as familiar with her Puerto Rican mother, Caridad Rivera, a makeup and wardrobe stylist.Watch: Emmy Rossum Resolves Equal Pay Dispute, Signs on for Season 8 of 'Shameless'Ruby admitted that, especially while trying to make it in this industry, both her mom and dad, who have been together nearly 40 years, didn't have a whole lot growing up. Born in Loma Linda »
