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John Alberto Leguizamo Peláez (/ ˌ l ɛ ɡ w ɪ ˈ z ɑː m oʊ /, LEG-wih-ZAH-moh; Colombian Spanish: [leɣiˈsamo]; born July 22, 1960 13:00) is an American stand-up comedian, actor, and film producer.
IMDb profile of John Leguizamo, a versatile actor, producer, writer and comedian of Colombian descent. Learn about his life, career, roles, achievements and upcoming projects.
- January 1, 1
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- Bogotá, Colombia
Leguizamo is a Colombian-American actor, stand-up comedian, film producer, playwright and screenwriter (born 1960). His early films include Casualties of War (1989), Die Hard 2 (1990), and Regarding Henry (1991). He had a leading role as Luigi in Super Mario Bros. (1993).
YearTitleRole1984friend1985Macetero1989PFC Antonio Diaz1990Street HunterAngelFast-talking and feisty-looking John Leguizamo has continued to impress movie audiences with his versatility: he can play sensitive and naïve young men, such as Johnny in Hangin' with the Homeboys (1991); cold-blooded killers like Benny Blanco in Carlito's Way (1993); a heroic Army Green Beret, stopping aerial terrorists in Executive Decision ...
- July 22, 1960
May 19, 2021 · Comedian and actor John Leguizamo is best known for his one-man stage shows and his ability to satirize a range of ethnic groups.
Feb 11, 2024 · The actor and comedian shares how he met his wife, a former costumer, on a Manhattan corner in 1993 and how they built a blended family and culture. Read the exclusive interview with PEOPLE and see photos of their life together.
John Leguizamo talks about why he got into comedy in middle school, working with Madonna and his role in The Menu.The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon. St...
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- The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon