Esai Morales

Date of Birth: October 1, 1962

Zodiac Sign: Libra

Biography

Esai Morales is a renowned American actor best known for his versatile roles in film and television. Born and raised in Brooklyn, New York, Morales has carved out a successful career in Hollywood, starting with his breakout role as Bob Morales in the 1987 biographical film “La Bamba.” Since then, he has appeared in numerous films and TV series, including “NYPD Blue,” “Ozark,” and “Titans.” Morales is also an activist, heavily involved in social and environmental causes. His career spans over three decades, showcasing his impressive range and dedication to the craft of acting.

5 Interesting Facts about Esai Morales

1. Esai Morales co-founded the National Hispanic Foundation for the Arts, which works to advance the presence of Latinos in the media, telecommunications, and entertainment industries.

2. He is a graduate of New York’s prestigious High School of Performing Arts, the same school that inspired the movie and TV show “Fame.”

3. Morales has a passion for environmental issues and has served on the board of directors for Earth Communications Office (ECO).

4. He played the role of Joseph Adama in the critically acclaimed science fiction series “Caprica,” which is a prequel to “Battlestar Galactica.”

5. Esai Morales was cast as the main antagonist in “Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One,” further solidifying his place in major Hollywood productions.