Andy Garcia

Date of Birth: April 12, 1956

Zodiac Sign: Aries

Biography

Andy Garcia, born Andrés Arturo García Menéndez, is a Cuban-American actor and director renowned for his versatile performances in both film and television. Garcia was born on April 12, 1956, in Havana, Cuba. His family moved to Miami, Florida, when he was five years old, following the Cuban Revolution. Garcia attended Florida International University, where he nurtured his passion for acting. He made his film debut in the early 1980s and gained significant attention for his role in “The Untouchables” (1987). Garcia’s career skyrocketed with his performance as Vincent Mancini in “The Godfather Part III” (1990), earning him an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actor. Over the years, Garcia has showcased his talent in a variety of genres, including crime dramas, comedies, and biographical films. Some of his notable works include “When a Man Loves a Woman” (1994), “Ocean’s Eleven” (2001), and its sequels. Beyond acting, Garcia has also ventured into directing and producing, contributing significantly to the entertainment industry.

5 Interesting Facts about Andy Garcia

1. Andy Garcia was born with a conjoined twin that was surgically removed.

2. He is an accomplished musician, proficient in playing the piano and the congas.

3. Garcia directed and starred in the film “The Lost City” (2005), which explores the political turmoil in Cuba.

4. He has a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, awarded in 1995.

5. Garcia is an advocate for Cuban culture and has been involved in various projects that highlight Cuban history and heritage.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Andy Garcia

1. “I never applied to be a member of a club. I always like to be an individual.”

2. “My life is a journey of seeking God, and finding God, and searching for God.”

3. “I think we all have to fight the werewolf within us somehow.”

4. “My roots are more in heist and crime films, and those are the movies I love to watch.”

5. “I think if the movie has resonance and stimulates the viewer to talk about it, you can’t ask for more.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

Andy Garcia’s highest net worth achieved is estimated to be around $20 million.

Children

Andy Garcia has four children with his wife, Marivi Lorido Garcia. Their names are Dominik Garcia-Lorido, Daniella Garcia, Alessandra Garcia-Lorido, and Andres Garcia-Lorido. Dominik Garcia-Lorido has followed in her father’s footsteps and pursued a career in acting.