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Sasha Rionda first found a home in the spotlight as a child in Mexico City. In 1990, she learned a lot about the world of entertainment and about patience, sitting for hours in a makeup chair to be transformed into a “mutant child” for the Arnold Schwarzenegger film “Total Recall.” That opportunity set Sasha on a path that has now brought her to Atlanta, where she balances hosting duties on The Weather Channel’s Local Now, the weekly show “Coffee With America,” acting roles and salsa dancing any chance she gets!









Sasha Rionda’s dynamic career in media has spanned continents and genres, from her early days in Mexico City’s entertainment scene to becoming a trusted face on American television. Her journey began with a role in the sci-fi classic Total Recall, igniting a passion for storytelling that led her to host Cinecanal’s “Zoom,” where she interviewed Hollywood legends. Sasha’s fearless energy took her to Australia with “Wild on E!,” and soon after, she became the voice of global music culture on CNN International’s “The Music Room.” Fluent in multiple languages and cultures, Sasha brought a unique perspective to her roles, particularly as the host of “Nuestro Rincón” on WKRC and “Detalles con Sasha” on CNN en Español, where she celebrated Latin American heritage. Today, Sasha seamlessly navigates between her hosting duties on The Weather Channel’s Local Now, “Coffee With America,” and special projects like FLN’s “Stay, Eat, Play- Louisiana.” Her ability to connect with diverse audiences and adapt to various formats underscores her status as a versatile and influential media personality.
Sasha Rionda’s dynamic career in media has spanned continents and genres, from her early days in Mexico City’s entertainment scene to becoming a trusted face on American television. Her journey began with a role in the sci-fi classic Total Recall, igniting a passion for storytelling that led her to host Cinecanal’s “Zoom,” where she interviewed Hollywood legends. Sasha’s fearless energy took her to Australia with “Wild on E!,” and soon after, she became the voice of global music culture on CNN International’s “The Music Room.” Fluent in multiple languages and cultures, Sasha brought a unique perspective to her roles, particularly as the host of “Nuestro Rincón” on WKRC and “Detalles con Sasha” on CNN en Español, where she celebrated Latin American heritage. Today, Sasha seamlessly navigates between her hosting duties on The Weather Channel’s Local Now, “Coffee With America,” and special projects like FLN’s “Stay, Eat, Play- Louisiana.” Her ability to connect with diverse audiences and adapt to various formats underscores her status as a versatile and influential media personality.

Sasha is a versatile talent who can infuse any script with fun, energy and life. She is flexible and willing to communicate the vision of a script writer from the most serious subject to the lightest. She puts her heart and soul into her work and is always the first to ask how we can make it even better. She brings enthusiasm and energy to everything she does and is committed to excellence.
I’ve had the privilege of working alongside Sasha Rionda at three major media organizations – LAPTV, CNN, and most recently at The Weather Channel/Local Now. Throughout our years of collaboration, I’ve witnessed firsthand her exceptional growth and impact in broadcasting.
What impresses me most about Sasha is her remarkable ability to adapt and excel across different media environments. At LAPTV, she brought energy and professionalism to her role. During our time at CNN, she demonstrated outstanding bilingual capabilities, seamlessly delivering content for both CNN International and CNN Español. At The Weather Channel/Local Now, she continued to impress with her versatility, delivering news across multiple US markets while hosting the nationally syndicated show “Coffee with America.”
Sasha is more than just a talented broadcaster – she’s an exceptional team player who elevates everyone around her. Her positive attitude, willingness to help colleagues, and dedication to quality have made her an invaluable presence in every newsroom we’ve shared. Her ability to think quickly and adapt to changing circumstances, particularly during the shift to remote work, showcases her resilience and commitment to excellence.
Having worked together across multiple networks and formats, I can confidently say that Sasha is one of the most versatile and professional media personalities I’ve encountered. Any organization would be fortunate to have her expertise, enthusiasm, and collaborative spirit on their team.
Bright, cheerful, dedicated, and energetic.
These are only a few of the superlatives I have used in describing Sasha Rionda.
While Sasha hosted our free streaming platform, LocalNow, her ability to connect with people and walk them through the business plan and the unique attributes of the platform was wonderful. Many times she would travel with our AMG corporate and Network teams to large industry events and conventions, and she would not only speak to the business units goals and mission, but also bring, a very valuable approachability.
Many times with executives there is the knowledge but not the personality. With Sasha Rionda, you get both and so much more. She is a true team player and her ability to make a colleague, consumers… And audience members feel as though they are the only person in the room that she is focused on when she is speaking to them, is a gift. That is talent.
I highly recommend Ms. Rionda, not because of her excellent business sense… more so, because of the style and energy and passion that she brings to every project. She cares deeply about what she does and how it will be perceived – AND She’s never missed that mark