Personal details
Born:
- Birthday: 1956-08-28
- Born Place: Cayey, Puerto Rico
Also Known As:
Luiz Gusman, Luis Guzman, Λούις Γκούζμαν, لوییس گوزمن
Luis Guzmán
Luis Guzmán, born on August 28, 1956, in Cayey, Puerto Rico, is a celebrated Puerto Rican actor with a career spanning over four decades in both film and television. Raised in New York City's Riverdale and the Bronx, he attended Seward Park High School and later graduated from American University. Before fully committing to acting, Guzmán worked as a social worker, deeply involved in community work and street theater. His acting career began somewhat serendipitously, leading to early roles in projects like "Miami Vice." Known for his distinctive look and compelling character portrayals, Guzmán frequently plays both sides of the law, often cast as memorable thugs or police officers. He has become a familiar face in the works of acclaimed directors such as Paul Thomas Anderson ("Boogie Nights," "Magnolia," "Punch-Drunk Love") and Steven Soderbergh ("Out of Sight," "The Limey," "Traffic"). His extensive filmography includes notable titles like "Carlito's Way," "The Count of Monte Cristo," "Runaway Jury," and more recently, "Keanu" and the 2025 film "Havoc." On television, he has garnered recognition for his roles as Raoul Hernandez in HBO's "Oz," José Gonzalo Rodríguez Gacha in Netflix's "Narcos," Jesse "Mama" Salander in "Code Black," and currently as Gomez Addams in the Netflix series "Wednesday." Guzmán's talent and consistent work have made him a respected and enduring figure in the entertainment industry.Throughout his career, Luis Guzmán has received recognition for his work. He was nominated for an Independent Spirit Award for Best Supporting Male for his role in "The Limey." He has also won several ALMA Awards and Imagen Foundation Awards for his performances in various films. Additionally, he was part of the ensemble casts that won Screen Actors Guild Awards and Florida Film Critics Circle Awards for "Traffic" and "Boogie Nights," respectively, highlighting his ability to contribute to acclaimed and successful productions.
