Originally born in Rio, "The Girl from Ipanema" grew up in Recife, Pernambuco, located in the North-Eastern part of Brazil. Isla grew up with a passion for nature, dance, theater, music, animals, and above all, the famous Novellas Soap Operas from Brazil. She has an effervescent spirit and a contagious love for life. At an early age, she started her foundation in the performing arts and also organized several events while in elementary school. Since then, she has been developing her skills and honing her craft, all the while growing in her passion and love for the art. Isla's strong interest in music and language inspired her to learn English very early. When she was a child, her mother used to sing and listen to songs in English, giving her a sentimental attachment to the language. Which grew her interest in learning multiple languages. Bright and bubbly, she has a great sense of humor along with a strong dedication to her work and family. She has enormous drive, always striving to be the best she can be, and she focuses all that she has toward helping others better themselves.