Karen Mauro was born in Manhattan, New York. She is an American actress and singer. Her parents were the first of their immigrant families to be born in America. The early years in New York City and Long Island, New York, is where Karen got her performing feet wet. Cast in school and community theater productions, she was also a constantly featured vocalist in the choir, chorus, and vocal ensemble. Karen excelled as a music major in high school. During those years, she was the recipient of seve ...