From the beginning, her parents viewed her birth as a sign of new beginnings. Her name, Genesis, was chosen to represent "the origin" or "beginning of something." José Luis Rodríguez and Carolina Pérez met shortly after José separated from his previous marriage, and together they raised Genesis in a supportive, artistic environment.

Early Education and Training

Genesis Rodríguez demonstrated an early inclination for the performing arts. She began dancing and acting lessons at the age of two and a half. She attended Carrollton School of the Sacred Heart in Miami for her early education. Later, she took summer acting courses at the Lee Strasberg Theatre and Film Institute in Los Angeles before returning to Miami to continue her pursuit of an acting career.

Acting Career and Breakthrough Roles

Rodríguez began her professional career in television at a young age. Although the biography states that she debuted in Days of Our Lives in 2005 at the age of 8, this is incorrect: she was actually 18 years old when she appeared on the show. Her early work also included roles in Spanish-language telenovelas, such as Prisionera, Dame Chocolate, and Doña Bárbara.

Her transition to English-language television came with appearances in various series, but her breakout in American film began around 2012. She gained attention for her performances in movies like The Last Stand, Identity Thief, and Hours. These roles showcased her acting range and helped establish her as a rising star in Hollywood.

With her background in performing arts and the influence of her parents—her father being a renowned entertainer and her mother a model—Rodríguez inherited both artistic talent and striking looks. She has embraced her public persona with confidence and professionalism, often praised for her charisma on screen and her poised demeanor in interviews.