Alaina was born deaf and began acting at age 3. She has appeared in independent films, theatrical performances & six national commercials (Payless ShoeSource, Levi Strauss Jeans, Compaq Computers, MCI Telecommunications, McDonald's Charities & Arizona Jeans). She has also done Public Service Announcements for Media Access & RADD Kids. Alaina is also involved with RADD Kids, an organization that strives against drunk driving and the use of drugs. She has won the Media Access Award, Saban Entertainment Best Young Performer with a Disablity, & The Kids Talk award.