Alyssa Diaz Reveals Surprising Scene That Required a Hand Double on 'The Rookie'

Alyssa Diaz, star of the ABC drama The Rookie, recently revealed a surprising scene that required a hand double. The actress, who plays Angela Lopez, discussed the challenging scene in an exclusive interview.

In the scene, Diaz's character is involved in a intense action sequence, which required a hand double to perform some of the stunts. Diaz explained that the scene was particularly challenging because it involved a lot of physical activity and required her to be in top physical condition.

'It was a really tough scene to film,' Diaz said. 'I had to do a lot of physical training to get ready for it, and even then, it was still a challenge.'

Diaz's character, Angela Lopez, is a tough and capable police officer, and the actress said that she drew inspiration from her own experiences as a woman in a male-dominated field.

I think whats great about Angela is that shes a strong, capable woman who isnt afraid to speak her mind,' Diaz said. 'I think thats something that a lot of women can relate to.

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Diazs performance as Angela Lopez has been well-received by critics and audiences alike, and she said that shes grateful to be a part of the show.

I feel really lucky to be a part of this show, Diaz said. The cast and crew are all so talented and dedicated, and I think that really shines through in the final product.

Diaz also praised the show's writers for creating a strong and complex female character in Angela Lopez.

'I think the writers did a great job of creating a character thats both strong and vulnerable, Diaz said. Angela is a great role model for women, and I think thats something thats really important.

As for whats next for Angela Lopez, Diaz said that shes excited to see where the character's story goes from here.

'I think there are a lot of great storylines in store for Angela,' Diaz said. 'Im excited to see where the writers take the character next.

Evergreen background: 'The Rookie' is a police drama that follows the lives of a group of police officers in Los Angeles. The show premiered in 2018 and has since become a fan favorite.