Maria Balais was born in Manila and later immigrated to the United States. She earned a degree in theater and Spanish from Agnes Scott College, was a trained dancer, and also owned...view moreMaria Balais was born in Manila and later immigrated to the United States. She earned a degree in theater and Spanish from Agnes Scott College, was a trained dancer, and also owned a consulting business. Today, she resides with her son, CJ, in Atlanta, Georgia, where she works as the executive director for a small leadership organization.view less