Oscar Isaac

Date of Birth: March 9, 1979

Zodiac Sign: Pisces

Biography

Oscar Isaac, born Óscar Isaac Hernández Estrada, is an acclaimed Guatemalan-American actor and musician who has garnered praise for his versatility and captivating performances. Born on March 9, 1979, in Guatemala City, Guatemala, Isaac moved to the United States with his family when he was five months old. He grew up in Miami, Florida, where he developed a passion for the arts from a young age. Isaac attended the Juilliard School in New York City, where he honed his acting skills and graduated in 2005. His breakthrough role came in 2013 with the Coen Brothers’ film “Inside Llewyn Davis,” where he played the titular character, a struggling folk musician. This role earned him critical acclaim and opened doors for more significant opportunities in Hollywood. Isaac’s career skyrocketed with roles in major film franchises, including “Star Wars,” where he portrayed Poe Dameron, and the X-Men series, where he played the titular villain in “X-Men: Apocalypse.” He continued to showcase his range with performances in films like “Ex Machina,” “A Most Violent Year,” and “Dune.” In addition to his film career, Isaac has also appeared in television series, such as HBO’s “Show Me a Hero,” for which he won a Golden Globe Award. He is also set to star in Marvel’s “Moon Knight” series on Disney+.

5 Interesting Facts about Oscar Isaac

1. Oscar Isaac is also a talented musician and was a member of a band called The Blinking Underdogs before pursuing his acting career.

2. He has played guitar and sung in several of his movie roles, including “Inside Llewyn Davis.”

3. Isaac is fluent in both English and Spanish.

4. He has been nominated for and won numerous awards, including a Golden Globe for his role in “Show Me a Hero.”

5. Oscar Isaac is known for his philanthropic work and has supported various causes, including refugee aid and disaster relief efforts.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Oscar Isaac

1. “I think the moment you start thinking about your legacy, you’re finished. You’re done. You’re cooked.”

2. “As an actor, you always want to find a piece of who you are in every role you take on.”

3. “What I love about acting is transforming into different characters and not being recognized.”

4. “I think what always attracts me to a project is the story and the character.”

5. “I feel like my job is to be a storyteller, and I love to tell stories.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

Oscar Isaac’s highest net worth achieved is estimated to be $10 million.

Children

Oscar Isaac has two children with his wife, Elvira Lind. The couple welcomed their first child, Eugene, in April 2017, and their second child was born in October 2019.