Aimee Garcia Shares Day Of The Dead-Inspired Grimoire Spells With AJ Mendez

Actress Aimee Garcia recently shared a captivating Instagram post featuring “Day of the Dead Girl grimoire spells” alongside her frequent collaborator AJ Mendez.

In the post, Garcia appears in elaborate Day of the Dead makeup, presenting what appears to be a spell book or grimoire. The image shows her in character with the traditional Catrina-style face paint that has become iconic of Day of the Dead celebrations.

Part Of A Spooky Series

It’s the latest in what appears to be an ongoing Day of the Dead-themed comic series, named Day of the Dead Girl, she’s creating with Mendez. Just days earlier, Garcia posted several related pieces of content featuring the same aesthetic and theme.

In one recent post, Garcia shared “Catrina face paint, #DayOfTheDeadGirl & shenanigans” with Mendez, showing off the elaborate makeup work. She followed this with a “10 Spooky Questions” video featuring the same Day of the Dead styling, again collaborating with Mendez and their production company, Scrappy Heart Productions.

Creative Collaborators

Garcia and Mendez aren’t just casual collaborators. The pair has formed a creative partnership through their production company, Scrappy Heart Productions. Their working relationship recently hit a significant milestone when Garcia’s directorial debut, “Aimee Comes First,” was selected for the prestigious Tribeca Film Festival 2025.

In announcing this achievement, Garcia expressed her excitement: “THRILLED my directorial debut ‘Aimee Comes First’ is an official selection of #Tribeca2025! Thx to @theajmendez & our talented cast & crew who said YES to a passion project I wrote.” She added, “It takes a team of delusional dreamers,” highlighting the collaborative nature of their work.

Their production company also celebrated another achievement recently when their first film premiered at the San Diego Latino Film Festival, further cementing their partnership in both acting and production.

Aimee Garcia’s Diverse Career

While many fans recognize Garcia from her roles in popular television series, her career spans multiple areas of the entertainment industry. Aimee Garcia is an American actress known for her roles in shows like “Dexter,” “Lucifer,” and “George Lopez.”

Born on November 28, 1978, in Chicago, Illinois, Garcia has built an impressive career spanning television, film, and now directing and producing. She attended Northwestern University where she triple majored in economics, journalism, and French.

Her acting breakthrough came with her role as Andy in “The George Lopez Show,” but she gained wider recognition playing Jamie Batista in Showtime’s “Dexter” and later as Ella Lopez in the popular series “Lucifer.” Her film credits include “RoboCop,” “The Addams Family,” and voice acting in animated projects.

Now, Garcia is expanding her creative horizons through directing and producing, with her work alongside Mendez representing this next chapter in her career.

Embracing Cultural Heritage

Garcia’s Day of the Dead-themed content holds particular significance given her Mexican-Puerto Rican heritage. The traditional celebration honors the memory of deceased loved ones and is marked by colorful makeup, costumes, and celebrations—elements Garcia has incorporated into her recent content.

By embracing these cultural traditions in her creative work, Garcia continues to represent her heritage in the entertainment industry, something she has spoken about throughout her career.

Garcia remains active on social media, regularly sharing glimpses of both her professional projects and personal moments. Earlier this year, she posted about meeting Shakira with her younger cousin, calling it a “Life list ✅” moment during the singer’s Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran World Tour.

With her directorial debut set to premiere at Tribeca in 2025 and her ongoing creative partnership with Mendez thriving, Garcia continues to expand her presence in Hollywood beyond acting while staying connected to her cultural roots.

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Aimee Garcia has collaborated with several prominent actors and producers throughout her career, including Dwayne Johnson.

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