A multitalented character actor, John Leguizamo was born July 22, 1964, in Bogota, Colombia, and raised in the Queens section of New York City. He attended New York University (and the very last class of renowned acting coach Lee Strasberg), then went from stand-up comedy to an appearance on TV's then-hottest series, "Miami Vice," in 1984.His film debut came with Mixed Blood in 1985, followed by Casualties of War, Regarding Henry and Hangin' with the Homeboys. In 1991, he launched the first of several award-winning one-man stage shows, "Mambo Mouth." Although cancelled after one season, his 1995 sketch comedy series "House of Buggin'" was a critical favorite.
Also acclaimed were his performances in To Wong Foo, Thanks for Everything! Julie Newmar; Carlito's Way; Romeo + Juliet; Summer of Sam; and Moulin Rouge. In 2005, Leguizamo joined the cast of the top-rated TV drama "ER."
AddNothing Like the HolidaysDebra Messing and John Leguizmo head up an all-star cast in this multicultural ensemble comedy that follows a trio of Puerto Rican siblings on their way home to Chicago for a Christmas season family reunion. Directed by Alfredo De Villa, the holiday tale also features performances by Alfred Molina,... Read More
AddParaiso TravelAfter a long journey from Colombia to a new life in New York City, Marlon (Aldemar Correa) is separated from his beloved, Reina (Angelica Blandon), and must fend for his own in the dangerous streets of Queens, where he gets a menial job in a restaurant. While flashbacks reveal details of the... Read More
AddArabian NightsA betrayed sultan (Dougray Scott), obliged to remarry lest he lose his empire to his brother and unfaithful first wife, decides to behead new wife Scheherezade (Mili Avital) before she can betray him. But Scheherezade possesses a remarkable storytelling gift. She begins a tale, leaving it unfinished... Read More
AddSummer of SamDuring the sweltering summer of 1977, the notorious killer Son of Sam set New York City on fire, and a chance encounter with the homicidal maniac sends the life of a philandering Bronx hairdresser named Vinny (John Leguizamo) spinning out of control. As the authorities hunt the killer, Vinny's life... Read More
AddThe TakeFamily man and armored car security guard Felix (John Leguizamo) is shot during a robbery attempt. Recovering from a brain injury that shattered his memory, Felix must clear his own name when an FBI agent (Bobby Cannavale) names him as a suspect. To the dismay of his wife (Rosie Perez), Felix... Read More
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