Edward James Olmos

Quick Facts

Full Name	Edward James Olmos
Occupation	Movie Actor
Date Of Birth	Feb 24, 1947(1947-02-24)
Age	77
Birthplace	Los Angeles
Country	United States
Birth City	California
Horoscope	Pisces

Edward James Olmos Biography

Edward James Olmos is one of the most popular and richest Movie Actor who was born on February 24, 1947 in Los Angeles, California, United States. American actor best known for his Academy Award-nominated role in the 1986 film Stand and Deliver. He also played prominent roles in Blade Runner, Miami Vice, and Battlestar Galactica.

He starred opposite Michael C. Hall in the sixth season of the Showtime series Dexter.

His first wife was the daughter of actor Howard Keel. He married his third wife, Lymari Nadal, in 2002. He has a total of six children, four of whom are adopted.

Edward James Olmos Net Worth

Edward James Olmos is one of the richest Movie Actor from United States. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Edward James Olmos 's net worth $14 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)

He developed a passion for baseball in his youth and became the Golden State batting champion.

He became involved in social activism within the Latino community, and co- founding Latino Literacy Now, which produced Latino books and festivals.

Height, Weight & Body Measurements

Edward James Olmos height 5 ft 10 in Edward weight Not Known & body measurements will update soon.

Who is Edward James Olmos Dating?

According to our records, Edward James Olmos married to Lymari Nadal , Lorraine Bracco , Kaija Keel. As of December 1, 2023, Edward James Olmos’s is not dating anyone.

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Facts & Trivia

Edward Ranked on the list of most popular Movie Actor. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in United States. Edward James Olmos celebrates birthday on February 24 of every year.

Top Facts about Edward James Olmos

1. Edward James Olmos is an American actor and director.
2. He was born on February 24, 1947 in Los Angeles, California.
3. Olmos has won numerous awards for his acting and directing.
4. He is best known for his roles in “Miami Vice” and “Battlestar Galactica.”
5. Olmos is of Mexican descent and a prominent Latino activist.
6. He served in the United States Marine Corps before pursuing acting.
7. Olmos has been married three times and has six children.
8. He founded the Latino Film Festival in Los Angeles in 1997.
9. In 2018, he received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
10. Olmos continues to act and direct in film and television projects today.

What is Edward James Olmos known for?

He is also known for his roles as patriarch Abraham Quintanilla in the film Selena, narrator El Pachuco in both the stage and film versions of Zoot Suit, and the voice of Chicharrón in Coco. Over the course of his career, Olmos has been a pioneer for more diversified roles and images of Hispanics in the U.S. media.

What ethnicity is Edward James Olmos?

Yes, I am Mexican-American. I was born and raised in San Antonio, Texas. My Dad came here from Mexico when he was 10 years old and my Mom was born here in San Antonio.

What movies did Edward James Olmos come out in?

• Known For. Battlestar Galactica Admiral William Adama / Commander William Adama (2004-2009)
• Selena Abraham Quintanilla (1997)
• Stand and Deliver Jaime Escalante (1988)
• Blade Runner Gaff (1982)
• Actor. …
• Walking with Herb Joe Amable-Amo (2021)
• Chasing Wonders Luis (2020)
• Bless This Mess Randy (2019)

Did Edward James Olmos win an Oscar?

Awards

Why is Edward Olmos important?

As commander, Edward James Olmos was literally at the helm of “Battlestar Galactica,” a remarkable role for a Latino actor, even in the 21st century. In terms of ethnic diversity, the vision presented by “Battlestar Galactica mirrored the racial harmony first imagined by “Star Trek” some forty years prior.