Personal details
Born:
- Birthday: 1968-05-23
- Born Place: Brooklyn, New York City, New York, USA
Also Known As:
John Augstin Ortiz, 존 오티즈, 約翰·奧提茲, جان اورتیز
John Ortiz
John Ortiz is a highly respected American actor and artistic director, known for his compelling performances across film, television, and theatre. Born on May 23, 1968, in Brooklyn, New York, he has a strong background in theater and is a co-founder of the LAByrinth Theater Company.His film career began with a debut in Carlito's Way (1993) and has since included a wide range of memorable roles. He is well-known for his portrayal of the drug lord Arturo Braga in the Fast & Furious franchise and for his performances in critically acclaimed films like American Gangster (2007), Silver Linings Playbook (2012), and Kong: Skull Island (2017). His work in Jack Goes Boating (2010) earned him a nomination for the Independent Spirit Award for Best Supporting Actor. More recently, he was featured in the critically acclaimed film American Fiction (2023) and is set to appear in the upcoming sequel Nobody 2 (2025).On television, Ortiz has had notable roles in series like Messiah, Promised Land, and Will Trent.
Person History
Nobody 2 (2025)
2025