Vanessa Zamarripa grew up in a military family, experiencing life in various locations before settling in O'Fallon, Illinois, where she began her gymnastics journey at the age of 6. Her talent and dedication led her to Los Angeles, where she earned a full ride scholarship to UCLA and competed on the gymnastics team. Vanessa is a 2024 Hall of Fame inductee at UCLA, celebrated as one of the most accomplished gymnasts in the Bruins' history. She also represented the US National Team, won the NCAA Vault Championship, and played a pivotal role in securing UCLA's 105th NCAA National Championship title. In 2015, she was honored as a member of the Pac-12 All-Century Team, recognizing her as one of the top 16 gymnasts of the century. With over a decade of experience in the union as a stuntwoman, Vanessa has contributed to blockbuster films such as Transformers, Terminator, and Avatar 2. She has also received a finalist award as a writer for her pilot script, Zeda which centers on a stuntwoman. She is now making her mark as a director and producer, with her debut music video Pretty Please.
PENG’s remarkable journey from Canadian elite gymnast to A-list music sensation highlights her incredible talent and versatility. Starting her artistic career at London’s Original Kids Theatre, she quickly captivated audiences with her powerful vocals, performing at major sports events and amassing 5.6 million followers on TikTok. Her transition into the music industry has been nothing short of stellar, with her latest single, “Pretty Please,” gaining traction on major platforms. The song has been playlisted on Amazon Mixed Asia, Vevo Incoming Pop, Spotify Release Radio, Spotify On Repeat, Spotify Mixes, Spotify Daylist, and Spotify New Music Friday. Peng’s dynamic presence will also shine through her live performances on the 6-week, 30-city “Gold Over America” tour, starring Simone Biles and the US Gymnastics Team. Additionally, she showcases her acting talents as a recurring star in the Amazon and A24-produced series “Overcompensating.” PENG’s relentless passion and musical prowess ensure she is poised to dominate the entertainment industry.
