Elvis Nolasco Biography

Fast Facts

• Made his screen acting debut in the film "I Like It Like That" in 1994
• Started out as a stage actor in productions in Philadelphia at theaters like the Arden and the Freedom Theater
• Quote: "(On "The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao"): "I'm really privileged to be in a place where I can encourage young people not only to continue reading but [teach them] how important literature is as well as the arts․""
• Best known for his role as Cortez in "Oldboy" and as Horace in "Clockers․"
• Was an associate producer on "Mango Bajito" in 2012 and also played the role of Jefe in the film
• Was a break dancer during his childhood and later danced with the Soul Sonic Rockers