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Ricardo Chavira Biography

Birth Name:Ricardo Antonio Chavira

Birth Place:Austin, Texas, United States

Profession Actor

Fast Facts

  • Has served as spokesman for cancer research foundation Susan G․ Komen for the Cure
  • Holds a Master of Fine Arts degree in Acting from the University of California at San Diego
  • Attended Robert E․ Lee High School in San Antonio
  • Is of Mexican, German and Irish heritage
  • Made his silver screen debut in 2001 with the release of the acclaimed comedy "Barstow 2008․"
  • Has appeared in several notable TV series, including "George Lopez Show," "Joan of Arcadia," "Monk" and "NYPD Blue․"
  • Is well-known for his portrayal of "Desperate Housewives" character Carlos Solis

Awards

  • 2005Actor-Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Comedy Series: winner
  • 2006Actor-Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Comedy Series: winner
  • 2006Gold Derby TV Award-Ensemble of the Year: nominated
  • 2007Actor-Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Comedy Series: nominated
  • 2008ALMA Award-Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Television Series: nominated
  • 2008Actor-Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Comedy Series: nominated
  • 2009ALMA Award-Outstanding Actor in a Comedy Series: nominated
  • 2009Actor-Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Comedy Series: nominated
  • 2010Imagen Award-Best Actor - Television: nominated
  • 2011ALMA Award-Favorite TV Actor - Leading Role: nominated
  • 2021Imagen Award-Best Actor - Television (Drama): nominated