Age: 47
male
Óscar Isaac Hernández Estrada (born March 9, 1979) is an American actor. Recognized for his versatility, he has been credited with breaking stereotypes about Latino characters in Hollywood. He was named the best actor of his generation by Vanity Fair in 2017 and one of the 25 greatest actors of the 21st century by The New York Times in 2020. His accolades include a Golden Globe Award and a nomination for a Primetime Emmy Award. In 2016, he featured on Time's list of the 100 most influential people in the world. Born in Guatemala, Isaac moved with his family to the United States as an infant. As a teenager, he joined a punk band, acted in plays and made his film debut in a minor role. A graduate of the Juilliard School, Isaac was a character actor in films for much of the 2000s. His first major role was that of Joseph in the biblical drama The Nativity Story (2006), and he won an AACTA Award for Best Actor in a Supporting Role for portraying political leader José Ramos-Horta in the Australian film Balibo (2009). After gaining recognition for playing supporting parts in Robin Hood (2010) and Drive (2011), Isaac had his breakthrough with the eponymous role of a singer in the musical drama Inside Llewyn Davis (2013), which earned him a Golden Globe nomination. Isaac's career progressed with leading roles in the crime drama A Most Violent Year (2014), the thriller Ex Machina (2015) and the superhero film X-Men: Apocalypse (2016). He became a global star with the role of Poe Dameron in the Star Wars sequel trilogy (2015–2019). Isaac starred in the historical drama Operation Finale (2018)—which marked his first venture into production—the science fiction films Annihilation (2018), Dune (2021), and Frankenstein (2025), the crime drama The Card Counter (2021), and the animated superhero film Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse (2023). On television, Isaac was the lead in three miniseries: Show Me a Hero (2015), in which his portrayal of Nick Wasicsko won him a Golden Globe Award, Scenes from a Marriage (2021), and the Marvel Cinematic Universe's Moon Knight (2022). His stage work includes title roles in Romeo and Juliet (2007), Hamlet (2017) and The Sign in Sidney Brustein's Window (2023). Description above from the Wikipedia article Oscar Isaac, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Oscar Isaac
Héctor Juan Pérez Martínez
for Héctor Juan Pérez Martínez in El Cantante de la Salsa: The Hector Lavoe Story
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"El Cantante de la Salsa: The Hector Lavoe Story" is an incredibly powerful biographical film that takes you on a journey through the life of one of the most influential figures in the history of salsa music. From his humble beginnings in Ponce, Puerto Rico to becoming the "Voice of Salsa," Hector Lavoe's magnetic charisma, unmatched vocal talent, and groundbreaking collaborations with Fania All-Stars and Willie Colón forever revolutionized salsa music, making him a true cultural icon. The film paints a vivid picture of the vibrant backdrop of the New York City salsa scene in the 1970s and 1980s, and delves into Lavoe's struggles and triumphs. The story explores his battles with drug addiction, the heart-wrenching loss of loved ones, and the toll his lifestyle took on his career and health. But at the heart of "El Cantante de la Salsa" is the story of redemption, resilience, and the enduring power of music to heal. This exhilarating and emotionally charged film is not just for salsa music fans, but for anyone who appreciates the power of music to inspire and uplift. It's a must-watch for those who want to be moved by the story of a true legend.
