Personal details
Born:
- Birthday: 1967-02-19
- Born Place: San Germán, Puerto Rico
Height:
6′ 2″ (1.88 m)
Also Known As:
Benicio Monserrate Rafael del Toro Sánchez, 베니시오 델 토로, ベニチオ・デル・トロ, 베니치오 델 토로, Beno del Toro, Benicio Del Toro, 贝尼西奥·德尔托罗, بنیسیو دل تورو
Benicio del Toro
Benicio Monserrate Rafael del Toro Sánchez, born on February 19, 1967, in San Germán, Puerto Rico, is a highly respected and versatile actor known for his intense and often morally ambiguous characters. He spent his early childhood in Puerto Rico before moving to Pennsylvania with his family after his mother's death. Initially considering a career in law after his parents, he discovered his passion for acting while studying at the University of California, San Diego, and subsequently trained at the Stella Adler Studio of Acting in Los Angeles. Del Toro's early career included television appearances before his film debut as Duke the Dog-Faced Boy in "Big Top Pee-wee" (1988). He gained significant attention for his roles in "The Usual Suspects" (1995) and "Basquiat" (1996), earning consecutive Independent Spirit Awards. His portrayal of a conflicted Mexican police officer in Steven Soderbergh's "Traffic" (2000) earned him widespread critical acclaim, resulting in an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor, a Golden Globe, and a BAFTA Award. He further showcased his range in films like "Snatch," "Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas," "21 Grams" (earning him another Oscar nomination), and his award-winning portrayal of Che Guevara in Soderbergh's "Che." Del Toro has also appeared in major franchises, including the Marvel Cinematic Universe as The Collector and the "Sicario" films. In 2025, he takes a leading role in Wes Anderson's "The Phoenician Scheme." Known for his distinctive voice and captivating screen presence, Benicio del Toro remains a prominent and admired figure in contemporary cinema.
Awards :
49 wins & 76 nominations
