Age: 33
female
Francesca Ruscio is an actress. She was born in Bucks County, Pennsylvania. Her mother, Mirella DiFulvio-Ruscio was born is Fara Filiorum Petri, Abruzzo, Italy and her father, Pat Ruscio is the son of Italian immigrants. In 2013, Francesca Ruscio was crowned Miss Philadelphia 2013 under the Miss America Organization and dedicated her year of service to working with Veteran charities and Children's Miracle Network Hospitals. Francesca graduated with a bachelor's degree from Temple University in the city of Philadelphia, majoring in broadcast journalism minoring in theater, with an original plan to be a journalist in Philadelphia or New York City. She has professionally studied music for over 15 years and is a trained Soprano singer. After some early film appearances, she booked her first principle role in director Joe Gawalis's film, "Bare Knuckle Brawler" with Machete's Danny Trejo and Karate Kid's Martin Kove, and will be filming along side some well-known faces from THE SOPRANOS summer of 2018 in a film called, "Made In Chinatown".
"Crossed Lines" is a gripping international crime drama thriller with a strong romantic undercurrent, centered on four diverse couples whose lives and relationships are tested as they become entangled in a sprawling, high-stakes investigation that spans continents. The series blends the tension of criminal investigations with the complexities of intercultural romance, set against visually rich and culturally distinct backdrops. Each couple brings a unique perspective, shaped by their backgrounds, professions, and personal histories, while a cast of supporting characters adds depth and intrigue to the narrative. The story unfolds across four major cities—Copenhagen (Denmark), Miami (USA), Rome (Italy), and Auckland (New Zealand)—each chosen for their distinctive atmospheres and their relevance to the international crimes at the heart of the series. These settings not only provide visual diversity but also influence the characters’ worldviews and the procedural nuances of the investigations.
