A native of Indianapolis, Kristina has had a penchant for performing since her earliest recollections. She was active in high school drama, dance and local theater before enrolling in Indiana Central University as a drama major.

She then transferred to Indiana University-Purdue University at Indianapolis, where she majored in theater. Kristina continued to study dance and took lessons to refine her speech. While in school, she performed extensively with the University Theater Group, and in her spare time worked in local commercials. On her brother's recommendation, she sent her picture and resumé to a modeling consultancy, which led to auditions for roles on All My Children, Ryan's Hope, and eventually, the part on General Hospital -- Kristina's television drama debut. (Ms. Wagner first joined the show in August of 1984.)

A self-proclaimed adventurous type, Kristina loves camping, river rafting and mountaineering, as well as ice skating, swimming and gymnastics.

"Africa was a very emotional experience for me," Ms. Wagner explains of her trip to Africa several years ago. As a result of that visit, Ms. Wagner has become an advocate for the protection of wildlife and is a board member of the Africa Wildlife Foundation.

Kristina and former General Hospital cast member Jack Wagner were married in December, 1993. They reside in Los Angeles with their sons, Petey and Harrison.