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Edward Olmos

  • Birthplace: East Los Angeles, California, USA
  • Birthday: February 24, 1947

Though widely recognized for his film and television career, actor Edward James Olmos also spent a great deal of time working for social and political causes, particularly as they have affected his native Latino heritage. Though he struggled early on in his acting career, taking bit parts in various guest spots on popular television shows in the 1970s, Olmos made the most of his success once he found it. Starting with his Tony-nominated performance in "Zoot Suit" (1978), Olmos developed into a highly-acclaimed and sought-after perform…more

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Career Milestones

  • 2007

    Co-starred in his son, Michael D. Olmos' directorial debut, the gangster film "Splinter"

  • 2006

    Co-produced, directed, and played the bit part of Julian Nava in the HBO movie "Walkout" about the 1968 Chicano Blowouts; earned a nomination from the Directors Guild of America

  • 2004 to 2008

    Reprised role of Admiral William Adama for the series, "Battlestar Galactica" (Sci Fi Channel)

  • 2003

    Cast as Admiral William Adama on the cult hit remake of "Battlestar Galactica" (Sci-fi channel)

  • 2002 to 2004

    Starred as a recently widowed father in the PBS series "American Family"

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Awards

  • 1994

    Golden Globe Award: Best Supporting Actor in a TV Movie, Miniseries or Series

  • 1988

    Independent Spirit Award: Best Actor

  • 1985

    Emmy Award: Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series

  • 1985

    Golden Globe Award: Best Supporting Actor in a TV Movie, Miniseries or Series

  • 1979

    Theatre World Award:

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