Edward James Olmos
Edward James Olmos is an acclaimed American actor and director, born on February 24, 1947, in Los Angeles, California. He is best known for his powerful performances in films such as 'Stand and Deliver' and 'Blade Runner,' as well as his role as Commander William Adama in the television series 'Battlestar Galactica.' Olmos has been a prominent advocate for Latino representation in Hollywood and has received numerous awards for his contributions to the arts, including the prestigious Emmy and Golden Globe Awards. His dedication to social justice and the empowerment of the Latino community has made him a respected figure both on and off-screen.
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Edward James Olmos is a veteran actor and activist featured in the Am I Next? campaign.
‘Am I Next?’ protest art in downtown LA boldly asks who’s safe from ICE | Los Angeles
United Kingdom· 2025-12-20
Edward James Olmos portrayed Abraham Quintanilla in the biographical film 'Selena'.
El día que el padre de Selena desmintió haber rechazado una transfusión de sangre para su hija
Honduras· 2025-12-14
Edward James Olmos co-founded the organization Empowering Latino Future.
Diario Co Latino - Informándote con Credibilidad
El Salvador· 2025-10-29
Edward James Olmos received recognition in previous editions of the Premios Platino.
Arrancó la ceremonia de los Premios Platino 2025 en Madrid | Cine | Entretenimiento
Ecuador· 2025-04-27
Bracco was married to Edward James Olmos from 1994 to 2002.
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United States· 2025-04-06
Edward James Olmos portrayed Abraham Quintanilla, Selena's father, in the film 'Selena'.
30 años después de su muerte, Selena Quintanilla mantiene su reinado en la música latina
Dominican Republic· 2025-04-02
Edward James Olmos portrayed Abraham Quintanilla, Selena's father, in the film 'Selena'.
Selena Quintanilla mantiene su reinado en la música latina 30 años después de su muerte
Bolivia· 2025-04-01Edward James Olmos starred alongside Jennifer López in the biographical film about Selena Quintanilla.
Documental de Selena Quintanilla se estrena por el aniversario 30 de su asesinato | Música | EntretenimientoEcuador· 2025-04-01Edward James Olmos portrayed Abraham Quintanilla, Selena's father, in the film about her life.
30 años sin Selena Quintanilla: el legado de la reina del Tex-Mex sigue vigente
Venezuela· 2025-03-31Edward James Olmos was awarded the Premio Platino de Honor in 2017.
La actriz Eva Longoria, premio Platino de Honor 2025Honduras· 2025-03-20
Edward James Olmos received the Platino de Honor in 2017.
Eva Longoria recibirá el premio Platino de HonorVenezuela· 2025-03-19