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Hector Elizondo Biography
Birth Place:
New York, New York, United States
Profession
Actor
Fast Facts
- Originally intended to become a history teacher
- Studied dance at the Ballet Arts Company of Carnegie Hall
- Is an accomplished singer and musician; plays classical guitar and conga drums
- Won an Obie Award for his debut performance in the 1970 play Steambath
- Has appeared in every feature film directed by Garry Marshall, who considers Elizondo a good-luck charm
- Is active in several charities, including the Alzheimer's Association and Amnesty International
Awards
- 1998Emmy-Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series: nominated
- 1997Screen Actors Guild Awards-Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Drama Series: nominated
- 1997Emmy-Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series: winner
- 1996Screen Actors Guild Awards-Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Drama Series: nominated
- 1996Emmy-Outstanding Supporting Actor for a Drama Series: nominated
- 1995Screen Actors Guild Awards-Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Drama Series: nominated
- 1995Emmy-Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series: nominated
- 1994Screen Actors Guild Awards-Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Drama Series: nominated
- 1994Screen Actors Guild Awards-Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Drama Series: nominated
- 1991Golden Globe-Best Performance by an Actor in a Supporting Role in a Motion Picture: nominated
- 1991Golden Globe-Best Performance by an Actor in a Supporting Role in a Motion Picture: nominated
Relationships
- Martin Echevarria Elizondo -- Father
- Carmen Medina Elizondo -- Mother
- Emma -- Sister
- Rodd Elizondo -- Son