Actress Merkel is an American actress best known for her roles in films such as The Wedding Planner and The Proposal. She has also appeared in television shows such as Grey's Anatomy and Modern Family. Her first name, UNA, is a three-letter word derived from the Latin word for 'ONE'. Merkel has been nominated for several awards, including a Golden Globe Award for Best Actress in a Motion Picture Musical or Comedy for her role in The Proposal.