John Leguizamo
Birth Place: Bogota, Colombia
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BIO
Emmy Award winner John Leguizamo, has appeared in over 100 films and countless television shows while establishing a career that defies categorization. With boundless and visceral creativity, his work in film, theatre, television, and literature covers a variety of genres, continually threatening to create a few of its own. Leguizamo was seen in the third and final season of Bloodline where he reprised his role as Ozzy Delvecchio.
Upcoming projects include The Adventures of Drunky, set for release this year; ABC’s TV movie drama Salamander; Nancy, opposite Andrea Riseborough, Steve Buscemi and Ann Dowd; and Waco, a six-part event series set to release in 2018. John garnered a Golden Globe nomination for Best Supporting Actor for his performance as a sensitive drag queen in To Wong Foo Thanks for Everything, Julie Newmar, was the recipient of the 2002 ALMA Special Achievment Award for Entertainer of the Year, and picked up ALMA Award nominations for his roles in Moulin Rouge (Best Supporting Actor) and King of the Jungle (Best Lead Actor).
Other film credits for him include ; John Wick: Chapter 2; The Hollow Point; The Infiltrator; Ice Age: Collision Course; The Crash; 11:55; Porzingod; Stealing Cars; Sisters; Meadowland; Experimenter; American Ultra; Cymbeline; Fugly; John Wick; Chef; Ride Along; Underdogs; Walking with Dinosaurs 3D; The Counsellor; Kick-Ass-2; Fish N Chips: The Movie; Inocente; The Trip 2; Ice Age: Continental Drift; One for the Money; The Lincoln Lawyer; Vanishing on 7th Street; Big Balls; Repo Men; The Ministers; Rage; Gamer; Ice Age: Dawn of the Dinosaurs; Nothing Like the Holidays; Miracle at St. Anna; Righteous Kill; The Happening; The Babysitters; The Take; Ice Age: The Meltdown; Land of the Dead; The Honeymooners; Zig Zag; Ice Age; Collatoral Damage; Doctor Dolittle; Romeo + Juliet; The Fan; A Pyromaniac’s Love Story; Super Mario Bros.; Night Owl; Poison; Die Hard 2; and Casualties of War. Leguizamo’s TV work also includes The Kill Point; ER; My Name is Ear; The Brothers Garcia; House of Buggin’; and Miami Vice.
In 1991, Leguizamo created his first off-Broadway sensation as the writer and performer of his one-man show Mambo Mouth, in which he portrayed seven different characters. He received Obie, Outer Critics Circle and Vanguardia awards for this specific performance. Leguizamo went on to create his second off-Broadway one-man show Spic-O-Rama, which garnered a Dramatists’ Guild Hull-Warriner Award for Best American Play, the Lucille Lortel Outstanding Achievement Award for Best Broadway Performance, the Theatre World Award for Outstanding New Talent, and the Drama Desk Award for Best Solo Performance. Leguizamo’s debut to Broadway was his one-man show, Freak, for which he received a Tony Award nomination for Best Play and Best Performance by a Leading Actor in a Play. Additional theater credits include, Sexaholix… A Love Story, which received a Tony nomination for Best Special Theatrical Performance; A Midsummer Night’s Dream, La Puta Vida Trilogy; and American Buffalo.
John went on to film special presentations for HBO for his one-man shows including Mambo Mouth; Spic-O-Rama; Freak, for which he won a Emmy Award for Outstanding Performance in a Variety or Music Program; Sexaholix… A Love Story; and Ghetto Klown. Leguizamo lengthened his lists of credits with his first literary project in 2006 with his memoir, Pimps, Hos, Playa Hatas and All the Rest of My Hollywood Friends: My Life. He also released Ghetto Klown, the graphic novel adaptation of his 2011 Drama Desk award winning one-man Broadway show in 2015. Leguizamo currently resides in New York City with his wife and two children.
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STAGE CREDITS
Productions
Writing
Playwright
Conceiver
Movies
[ 1984 ] Macetero
[ 1989 ] Diaz
[ 1990 ] Angel
[ 1990 ] Burke
[ 1990 ] Ignacio
[ 1990 ] Ortiz
[ 1991 ] Boy in Alley
[ 1991 ] Johnny
[ 1991 ] Liquor Store Gunman
[ 1992 ] Guess my nationality guy
[ 1992 ] John Ctillo
[ 1993 ] Angel
[ 1993 ] Benny Blanco
[ 1993 ] Luigi Mario
[ 1995 ] Chi-Chi
[ 1995 ] Sergio
[ 1996 ] Captain Carlos Lopez
[ 1996 ] Manny
[ 1996 ] Tybalt
[ 1997 ] Clown, Violator
[ 1997 ] Lefty
[ 1997 ] Pest
[ 1998 ] Chino
[ 1998 ] Rat #2
[ 1998 ] Zip
[ 1999 ] Jorge
[ 1999 ] Vinny
[ 2000 ] Gune
[ 2000 ] Seymour
[ 2001 ] Berger
[ 2001 ] Toulouse-Lautrec
[ 2002 ] Dean Singer
[ 2002 ] Felix Ramirez
[ 2002 ] Sid
[ 2002 ] Spider Mike
[ 2002 ] Victor Rosa
[ 2004 ] Manolo Bonilla
[ 2005 ] Antonio
[ 2005 ] Beck
[ 2005 ] Cholo DeMora
[ 2005 ] Dodge
[ 2006 ] Hannibal
[ 2006 ] Sid
[ 2006 ] TC
[ 2007 ] Felix De La Pena
[ 2007 ] Frank Diaz
[ 2007 ] Lorenzo Daza
[ 2007 ] Michael Beltran
[ 2008 ] Det. Simon Perez
[ 2008 ] Enrico
[ 2008 ] Julian
[ 2008 ] Mauricio Rodriguez
[ 2008 ] Roger Pena
[ 2009 ] Dante, Perfecto
[ 2009 ] Freek
[ 2009 ] Jed
[ 2009 ] Sid
[ 2010 ] Paul
[ 2011 ] Val Valenzuela
[ 2012 ] Jimmy Alpha
[ 2012 ] Lucho Calvo
[ 2012 ] Sid
[ 2013 ] Alex
[ 2013 ] Chips
[ 2013 ] Javier
[ 2013 ] Ziggy
[ 2014 ] Aurelio
[ 2014 ] Jesse
[ 2014 ] Martin
[ 2014 ] Pisanio
[ 2014 ] Santiago
[ 2015 ] Dave
[ 2015 ] Fly Boy, Liam
[ 2015 ] Montgomery De La Cruz
[ 2015 ] Pete
[ 2015 ] Rose
[ 2015 ] Taylor
[ 2016 ] Atticus
[ 2016 ] Berto
[ 2016 ] Emir Abreu
[ 2016 ] Sid
[ 2017 ] Aurelio
[ 2017 ] George Diebold
[ 2018 ] Jeb
[ 2019 ] Jeremy Martinez
[ 2019 ] Rodrigo
[ 2020 ] Detective Espada
[ 2020 ] Mr. Martinez
[ 2021 ] Bill 'Pepe' Miller
[ 2021 ] Bruno
[ 2021 ] Estragon
[ 2021 ] Misael
[ 2022 ] Bruno Madrigal
[ 2022 ] Movie Star
[ 2022 ] Scrooge
[ 2024 ] Bob Trevino
[ 2025 ] Luke Dunn
[ 2025 ] Sid (voice)
[ 2025 ]
[ 2027 ]
TV Shows
Ozzy Delvecchio
Flying Monkeys, Silly Mail Bird, Pirate Pig Captain
Dr. Victor Clemente
Glenn, Carl, Therapist
Orlando Calderone, Angelo Alvarez
Larry Garcia, Narrator
Gordon Rogers
[ 2025-2025 ] Ezra Esposito
Awards and Nominations
John Leguizamo, Latin History for Morons
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John LeguizamoLatin History For Morons
John Leguizamo, Latin History for Morons
John Leguizamo, Latin History for Morons
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John Leguizamo, Ghetto Klown
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John Leguizamo, Ghetto Klown
John Leguizamo, Sexaholix
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John Leguizamo, Freak
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John Leguizamo, Freak
John Leguizamo, Freak
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John Leguizamo, Spic-o-rama
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John LeguizamoSpecial Award
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John Leguizamo, Spic-O-Rama
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John Leguizamo, Mambo Mouth
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John Leguizamo, Mambo Mouth
Videos
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Video: Helen Mirren, David Hyde Pierce, and More in Trailer for THIS ORDINARY THING Doc
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-11-10 11:08:01
Video: Ruben & Trey Santiago-Hudson Talk Joining Forces for THE OTHER AMERICANS
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Video: First Look at TO WONG FOO The Musical at the Hope Mill Theatre
by Stephi Wild - 2023-11-17 09:47:39
Video: Listen to a Dance Remix of TO WONG FOO THE MUSICAL's Opening Number 'Feel The Light'
by Stephi Wild - 2023-07-28 08:42:53
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by Michael Major - 2023-04-24 09:35:14
VIDEO: Prime Video Debuts THE POWER Teaser Trailer With Toni Collette, Auli'i Cravalho & More
by Michael Major - 2023-01-31 13:09:10
VIDEO: John Leguizamo Reveals KISS MY AZTEC! Musical Will Come to Broadway in 2023 on LATE NIGHT
by Michael Major - 2022-11-17 10:44:55
VIDEO: Actor and Writer Irene Sofia Lucio Shares Her Journey From Tutoring Students to Starring in SLAVE PLAY
by Survival Jobs - 2022-08-11 13:34:05
VIDEO: Get A First Look At Krystina Alabado, KC Dela Cruz, Angelica Maria Beliard & More In Pre-Broadway KISS MY AZTEC! at Hartford Stage
by Alan Henry - 2022-06-20 10:16:38
VIDEO: Lin-Manuel Miranda & John Leguizamo Talk Viral ENCANTO Hit on GOOD MORNING AMERICA
by Michael Major - 2022-01-21 12:06:31
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News
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 3, 2026
Disney’s Zootopia 2 is coming to Disney+, debuting on the streamer on Wednesday, March 11. The movie is now available on Digital platforms along with 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray, DVD, and a limited edition 4K SteelBook.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 19, 2026
Houses on the Moon Theater Company has appointed Jeremy Handelman as Board Chair and Meghan Dunne as Managing Director, marking a new chapter of leadership and growth for the company.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 18, 2026
Comedian Aries Spears will bring his stand-up tour to the Tobin Center for the Performing Arts for a one-night-only performance in the H-E-B Performance Hall. The show will take place September 26, 2026, at 8 p.m.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 28, 2026
The Public Theater will host a public, artistic demonstration of support and solidarity for the people of Minnesota: The People's Filibuster on the steps of the Theater’s flagship building.
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 26, 2026
Viewers can take another trip back to the animal metropolis when Disney’s Zootopia 2 arrives on Digital platforms January 27, including Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV, and Fandango at Home.
by Joshua Wright - Jan 7, 2026
Hartford Stage has filed a lawsuit against producer Joey Parnes and related entities, alleging breach of contract and unpaid enhancement funds tied to KISS MY AZTEC!, according to a federal court filing.
by BWW Awards - Dec 29, 2025
This is the last chance to vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Washington, DC Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
by BWW Awards - Dec 22, 2025
We're in the final weeks to vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Washington, DC Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 22, 2025
The highly anticipated first trailer has been released for The Odyssey, Christopher Nolan's new big-screen version of the classic epic by Homer. Check it out now.
by BWW Awards - Dec 15, 2025
The latest standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Washington, DC Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
by BWW Awards - Dec 8, 2025
The latest standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Washington, DC Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 2, 2025
The Cast of Broadway’s Buena Vista Social Club, Andrea Bocelli, Gloria Estefan and more will perform in the forthcoming special A GRAMMY Celebration of Latin Music, airing Sunday, Dec. 28 (8-10 p.m., ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network and streaming on Paramount+.
by Deborah Bostock-Kelley - Dec 2, 2025
On stage December 5–21 at Stageworks Theatre, Tampa actor and community leader Néstor Meléndez takes on the powerful one-man show Latin History for Morons. Written by John Leguizamo, the play blends sharp comedy with overlooked truths from 3,000 years of Latin American history. Meléndez calls the role “a cathartic journey,” adding, “My hope would be for [audiences] to see themselves or their families represented on stage and then decide to go and dig deeper into their history.” Expect an evening that is fast-paced, funny, and deeply resonant.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 1, 2025
Stageworks Theatre will present the one-man play, Latin History for Morons, featuring Tampa actor and community leader Néstor Meléndez in the lead role.
by BWW Awards - Dec 1, 2025
The first standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Washington, DC Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 26, 2025
United Solo, the world’s largest solo theatre festival, ended its nineteenth season with its annual Closing Gala at Theatre Row in Manhattan. This fall’s edition featured artists from around the world working across classical texts, contemporary narratives, performance art, and pieces exploring both intimate personal stories and global political themes.
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 10, 2025
The official trailer has been released for This Ordinary Thing, a new documentary from Emmy-winning filmmaker Nick Davis featuring the voices of many stage alums like Helen Mirren, Joanna Gleason, Kelli O'Hara, David Hyde Pierce, and more.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 29, 2025
On Monday night, the New York Civil Liberties Union (NYCLU) and American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) hosted the 23rd annual Sing Out for Freedom concert at NYU Skirball. Check out photos from the event here!
by - Oct 29, 2025
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is October 29, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 28, 2025
Several Broadway alums and Disney Legends have joined the voice cast of Zootopia 2 in cameo roles, including Auliʻi Cravalho, Josh Gad, and Anika Noni Rose, and John Leguizamo.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
John Leguizamo has appeared on Broadway in 6 shows.
John Leguizamo has not appeared in the West End.
Best Play (Tony Awards) for Latin History for Morons, Special Tony Award (Tony Awards) for Latin History For Morons, Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) for Latin History for Morons, Outstanding Solo Show (The Lortels) for Latin History for Morons, Outstanding Solo Performance (Drama Desk Awards) for Ghetto Klown, Outstanding Solo Performance (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Ghetto Klown, Outstanding Solo Performance (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Sexaholix, One Person Solo Performance (Drama Desk Awards) for Freak, Best Solo Performance (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Freak , Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for Freak, Best Play (Tony Awards) for Freak, Outstanding Lead Actor (The Lortels) for Spic-o-rama, Performance (Theatre World Awards) for Special Award, Outstanding One Person Show (Drama Desk Awards) for Spic-O-Rama, Performance (Obie Awards) for Mambo Mouth and John Gassner Playwriting Award (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Mambo Mouth .
John Leguizamo has won several prestigious awards, including the Special Tony Award (Tony Awards) for Latin History For Morons. He received Outstanding Solo Performance (Drama Desk Awards) and Outstanding Solo Performance (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Ghetto Klown. Leguizamo also earned the One Person Solo Performance (Drama Desk Awards) for Freak and Outstanding Lead Actor (The Lortels) for Spic-o-rama. Additionally, he was honored with a Special Award for Performance (Theatre World Awards) and Outstanding One Person Show (Drama Desk Awards) for Spic-O-Rama. His performance in Mambo Mouth garnered him the Obie Awards for Performance, and he won the John Gassner Playwriting Award (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Mambo Mouth.
John Leguizamo has written 8 shows including Mambo Mouth (Playwright), Spic-O-Rama (Playwright), Freak (Playwright), Sexaholix (Playwright), Ghetto Klown (Playwright), Latin History for Morons (Writer), Kiss My Aztec! (Bookwriter & Lyricist), The Other Americans (Writer).
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