Ricardo Chavira

Birth Name:

Ricardo Antonio Chavira

Birth Place:

Austin, Texas, United States

Profession

Actor

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

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

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