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Edward James Olmos

Edward James Olmos

American actor
Edward James Olmos is an American actor. He is best known for his roles as Lieutenant Martin "Marty" Castillo in Miami Vice, American Me, William Adama in the re-imagined Battlestar Galactica, Detective Gaff in Blade Runner and its sequel Blade Runner 2049 and the voice of Mito in the 2005 English dub of Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind.Wikipedia
BornFebruary 24, 1947
HometownEast Los Angeles, California, United States
Net worth$10 million
Height5'9" (1.75m)
SpouseKaija Keel, Lymari Nadal, Lorraine Bracco
ChildrenBodie Olmos, Michael D. Olmos, Mico Olmos, Tamiko Olmos, Brandon Olmos, Daniela Olmos
ParentsPedro Olmos, Eleanor Huizar
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The Devil Has a Name Streaming: Watch & Stream Online via Starz

  • The Devil Has a Name is a comedy thriller directed by Edward James Olmos. The storyline revolves around Fred and the challenges he faces from an oil company to maintain his field. Here’s how you can watch and stream The Devil Has a Name via streaming services such as Starz. Is The Devil Has a […] The post The Devil Has a Name Streaming: Watch & Stream Online via Starz appeared first on ComingSoon.net - Movie Trailers, TV & Streaming News, and More.

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'Edward James Olmos Day' declared in LA County to honor local legend

'Edward James Olmos Day' was declared in L.A. County to honor the East L.A native, community activist and legendary actor best known for his Oscar-nominated role in "Stand and Deliver,'' portraying Garfield High teacher Jaime Escalante.
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AWARDS

YearAssociationsCategoryWorkResult
1995Emmy (Primetime)Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Miniseries or a MovieThe Burning Season (1994 film)Nominated
1995Golden GlobeBest Performance by an Actor in a Supporting Role in a Series, Limited Series or Motion Picture MadeThe Burning Season (1994 film)Winner
1989Academy AwardActor in a Leading RoleStand and DeliverNominated
1989Golden GlobeBest Performance by An Actor in a Supporting Role in a Series, Miniseries or Motion Picture MadeMiami ViceNominated
1989Golden GlobeBest Performance By an Actor in a Motion Picture - DramaStand and DeliverNominated
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