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 Born February 24, 1947, East Los Angeles, at The First Japanese Hospital to Pedro Olmos and Eleanor Huizar. Raised on Cheesebrough's Lane, he attended Greenwood Elementary and Montebello Junior High. He then graduated from Montebello High School in 1964. After which he received an Associative Arts Degree in Sociology and Criminal Justice at East Los Angeles College in 1966. Olmos since then has gone on to receive many accolades from the City of Montebello, including the Alumni of The Year from Montebello High School in 2014, and Man of the Year Award from The Mexican American Opportunity Foundation in 2015.He has achieved extraordinary success as an actor, producer and humanitarian. The Tony, Emmy and Academy Award? Nominated actor, is probably best known to young audiences for his work on the SYFY television series "Battlestar Galatica" as Admiral William Adama. Although the series kept the actor busy during its run from 2003 through 2009, it didn't stop him from directing the HBO movie "Walkout" in 2007, for which he earned a DGA Nomination in the Outstanding Directorial Achievement in Movies for Television category.Olmos' career in entertainment spans over 30 years. In that time he created a signature style and aesthetic that he applies to every artist endeavor, often grounding his characters in reality and gravitas. His dedication to his craft has brought him attention across the industry, and with audiences worldwide.
Bio:
Born February 24, 1947, East Los Angeles, at The First Japanese Hospital to Pedro Olmos and Eleanor Huizar. Raised on Cheesebrough's Lane, he attended Greenwood Elementary and Montebello Junior High. He then graduated from Montebello High School in 1964. After which he received an Associative Arts Degree in Sociology and Criminal Justice at East Los Angeles College in 1966. Olmos since then has gone on to receive many accolades from the City of Montebello, including the Alumni of The Year from Montebello High School in 2014, and Man of the Year Award from The Mexican American Opportunity Foundation in 2015.He has achieved extraordinary success as an actor, producer and humanitarian. The Tony, Emmy and Academy Award? Nominated actor, is probably best known to young audiences for his work on the SYFY television series "Battlestar Galatica" as Admiral William Adama. Although the series kept the actor busy during its run from 2003 through 2009, it didn't stop him from directing the HBO movie "Walkout" in 2007, for which he earned a DGA Nomination in the Outstanding Directorial Achievement in Movies for Television category.Olmos' career in entertainment spans over 30 years. In that time he created a signature style and aesthetic that he applies to every artist endeavor, often grounding his characters in reality and gravitas. His dedication to his craft has brought him attention across the industry, and with audiences worldwide.
Tivia:
Was offered the role of Captain Jean-Luc Picard in Star Trek: The Next Generation (1987). He would have been contractually obligated to work exclusively on the series, and not do any other projects while under contract. He wanted the flexibility to be able to work on multiple projects, and declined the role on that basis. Sir Patrick Stewart was eventually cast.On 8/10/01, he was sentenced to 20 days in jail for trespassing in April 2000 on US Navy land on the Puerto Rican island of Vieques. He and others were protesting the use of the island as a bombing test ground. President George W. Bush promised to end the testing in 2003.Says that he is of Aztec and Spanish ancestry. His father was a Mexican immigrant and his mother was American-born of Mexican descent.Has stated that Blade Runner (1982) and Battlestar Galactica (2004) are the two projects he's most proud to be a part of.Agreed to the role of William Adama on the Battlestar Galactica (2004) remake only on the condition that the stories reflect as much realism and credibility as possible.Gained 20 pounds and thinned his hair to prepare for the role of Jaime Escalante in Stand and Deliver (1988).Declined an offer from director Michael Mann to reprise the role of Lt. Martin Castillo in the movie version of Miami Vice (2006). He was the only cast member from the original series Miami Vice (1984) who was approached to appear in the rebooted movie version of the series.Drove a red Porsche Turbo, which he bought in Miami at a sale of articles confiscated in drug busts. He remarked, "He [the car's owner] got 30 years. I got the car!". Soon afterwards, the Porsche Turbo was stolen.He was considered for the role of Klingon Commander Kruge in Star Trek III: The Search for Spock (1984), but lost the role to Christopher Lloyd because Lloyd was taller.Turned down a regular role on Hill Street Blues (1981) (after several guest appearances) as well as major roles in Scarface (1983) and Firestarter (1984).In December 2002, he narrated the Candlelight Processional at EPCOT (Walt Disney World) during the Christmas seasons.He was awarded a Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame at 7021 Hollywood Boulevard in Hollywood, California on February 24, 1992.He has appeared in five films that have been selected for the National Film Registry by the Library of Congress as being "culturally, historically or aesthetically significant": Zoot Suit (1981), Blade Runner (1982), The Ballad of Gregorio Cortez (1982), Stand and Deliver (1988) and Selena (1997).He went to the United Nations with Mary McDonnell. to raise the profile of humanitarian concerns.On March 3, 2008, he and Robert M. Young visited Madrid (Spain) to attend a show about their career.Father, with Kaija Keel, of Mico Olmos and Bodie Olmos.Was auctioned off for charity (lunch at the famed Polo Lounge in Beverly Hills) and "purchased" by Vicki Roberts.Received an honorary degree (Doctor of Fine Arts) from California State University-Fresno (1996).Friends with Tony Award winner Raul Julia.Attended and graduated from Montebello High School in Montebello, California.Received an honorary degree (Doctor of Humane Letters (L.H.D.)) from Whittier College (1993).Attended and graduated from California State University-Los Angeles.Is a supporter of SENS Research Foundation, a non-profit organization. |
| Name: |
Edward James Olmos |
Type: |
Actor,Producer,Director (IMDB) |
| Area: |
All World |
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IMDB |
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Business scope: |
Actor,Producer,Director |
| Products for sale: |
Actor,Producer,Director |
| Model rank: |
967 |
| Last update: |
2024-07-01 03:43:39 |
Edward James Olmos profile
| Height: |
5' 9' (1.75 m) |
| Biography: |
Born February 24, 1947, East Los Angeles, at The First Japanese Hospital to Pedro Olmos and Eleanor Huizar. Raised on Cheesebrough\'s Lane, he attended Greenwood Elementary and Montebello Junior High. He then graduated from Montebello High School in |
| Trivia: |
Was offered the role of Captain Jean-Luc Picard in Star Trek: The Next Generation (1987). He would have been contractually obligated to work exclusively on the series, and not do any other projects while under contract. He wanted the flexibility to be able to work on multiple projects, and declined the role on that basis. Sir Patrick Stewart was eventually cast.On 8/10/01, he was sentenced to 20 days in jail for trespassing in April 2000 on US Navy land on the Puerto Rican island of Vieques. He and others were protesting the use of the island as a bombing test ground. President George W. Bush promised to end the testing in 2003.Says that he is of Aztec and Spanish ancestry. His father was a Mexican immigrant and his mother was American-born of Mexican descent.Has stated that Blade Runner (1982) and Battlestar Galactica (2004) are the two projects he's most proud to be a part of.Agreed to the role of William Adama on the Battlestar Galactica (2004) remake only on the condition that the stories reflect as much realism and credibility as possible.Gained 20 pounds and thinned his hair to prepare for the role of Jaime Escalante in Stand and Deliver (1988).Declined an offer from director Michael Mann to reprise the role of Lt. Martin Castillo in the movie version of Miami Vice (2006). He was the only cast member from the original series Miami Vice (1984) who was approached to appear in the rebooted movie version of the series.Drove a red Porsche Turbo, which he bought in Miami at a sale of articles confiscated in drug busts. He remarked, "He [the car's owner] got 30 years. I got the car!". Soon afterwards, the Porsche Turbo was stolen.He was considered for the role of Klingon Commander Kruge in Star Trek III: The Search for Spock (1984), but lost the role to Christopher Lloyd because Lloyd was taller.Turned down a regular role on Hill Street Blues (1981) (after several guest appearances) as well as major roles in Scarface (1983) and Firestarter (1984).In December 2002, he narrated the Candlelight Processional at EPCOT (Walt Disney World) during the Christmas seasons.He was awarded a Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame at 7021 Hollywood Boulevard in Hollywood, California on February 24, 1992.He has appeared in five films that have been selected for the National Film Registry by the Library of Congress as being "culturally, historically or aesthetically significant": Zoot Suit (1981), Blade Runner (1982), The Ballad of Gregorio Cortez (1982), Stand and Deliver (1988) and Selena (1997).He went to the United Nations with Mary McDonnell. to raise the profile of humanitarian concerns.On March 3, 2008, he and Robert M. Young visited Madrid (Spain) to attend a show about their career.Father, with Kaija Keel, of Mico Olmos and Bodie Olmos.Was auctioned off for charity (lunch at the famed Polo Lounge in Beverly Hills) and "purchased" by Vicki Roberts.Received an honorary degree (Doctor of Fine Arts) from California State University-Fresno (1996).Friends with Tony Award winner Raul Julia.Attended and graduated from Montebello High School in Montebello, California.Received an honorary degree (Doctor of Humane Letters (L.H.D.)) from Whittier College (1993).Attended and graduated from California State University-Los Angeles.Is a supporter of SENS Research Foundation, a non-profit organization. |
| Trademarks: |
Frequently plays men of authority and/or power who inspire and enlighten those beneath him
Deep gravelly voice
Rough facial features |
| Quotes: |
Sometimes you gotta do things that you don't really want to do. But you don't do them for money.
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On Miami Vice (1984) and Battlestar Galactica (2004): "Miami", although it took place among policemen, wasn't about reality. It exploited reality to entertain. "Battlestar" is another thing. Despite it being set in space, it deals with real stuff.
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[on his role as "Lt. Castillo" in Miami Vice (1984)] I was the highest-paid actor-- per word-- in the history of television!
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[in 2000, on an ideal day getting away from it all] I would drive to Joshua Tree [National Park] and spend the night there in my sleeping bag. The desert--it's spiritual and Joshua Tree has some wonderful flatlands and rock formations. There are places to stay, too, little hotels. But sleeping outside is what's wonderful. It's so darkly clear, and there's no light from the city so the stars are very impressive.
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[in 2000] I love to drive. It's one of the most pleasurable things to me. I have a 1986 Porsche--it's got over 100,000 miles on it. Most people don't drive their Porsches at all, but I drive mine like most people drive their Volkswagen. |
| Job title: |
Actor,Producer,Director |
| Others works: |
(2006) Music video: Appeared in the video "Vato" by Snoop Dogg featuring B-Real (aka B-Real).
(2013) TV commercial: Union Bank of California.
(2013) Public Service Announcement (PSA) TV commercial: "Great Futures Start Here" for |
| Spouse: |
Lymari Nadal (2002 - present) Lorraine Bracco (January 28, 1994 - March 4, 2002) (divorced)Kaija Keel (December 29, 1971 - 1992) (divorced, 2 children) |
| Children: |
Daniela OlmosBrandon Lee KeropianTamiko OlmosMico OlmosMichael D. OlmosBodie Olmos |
| Parents: |
Pedro Olmos
Eleanor Huizar |
| Relatives: |
Peter Olmos (Sibling)
Eleanor Olmos (Sibling) |
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