Andy Garcia - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | April 12, 1956 |
|---|---|
| Age | 69 |
| Birthplace | Havana, Cuba |
| Zodiac Sign | Aries - (see also Andy Garcia's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Monkey |
| Generation | Baby Boomer Generation |
| Known For | Critically acclaimed performances in films like 'The Godfather Part III,' 'The Untouchables,' and the 'Ocean's' trilogy. |
Intro
Andy Garcia is a Cuban-American actor and director known for his roles in major Hollywood films such as 'The Untouchables,' 'The Godfather Part III,' and 'Ocean's Eleven.' He has been recognized for his intense screen presence and has received multiple awards and nominations throughout his career.
Early Life & Background
Andy Garcia was born Andrés Arturo García Menéndez in Havana, Cuba. His family fled Cuba to Miami, Florida, when he was five years old following Fidel Castro's rise to power. Growing up in Miami, Garcia developed an interest in acting while attending Florida International University.
Career Highlights
- Nominated for the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for 'The Godfather Part III' (1990).
- Starred in 'The Untouchables' (1987), alongside Kevin Costner, Sean Connery, and Robert De Niro.
- Key role as Terry Benedict in 'Ocean's Eleven' (2001), and its sequels 'Ocean's Twelve' (2004) and 'Ocean's Thirteen' (2007).
- Directed and starred in 'The Lost City' (2005), a film about the Cuban Revolution.
- Appeared in 'Internal Affairs' (1990), 'When a Man Loves a Woman' (1994), and 'Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again' (2018).
Trivia
- Garcia's family was forced to leave Cuba when he was a child due to political unrest.
- He is known for maintaining strong connections to his Cuban heritage and often incorporates it into his work.
- Garcia played a role in supporting and producing projects related to Latin American history and culture.
FAQs
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Andy Garcia is 69 years old.
Andy Garcia was born the 12 April 1956.
Havana, Cuba.
On His Birth-Day
About April 12th, 1956, in brief:
- Historical events: José Moscardó Ituarte, a Spanish military officer known for his role during the Spanish Civil War, died on April 12, 1956. He was a controversial figure, remembered for his staunch support of Franco's regime.
- Day of the week: April 12th, 1956 was a Thursday
- Zodiac Sign: Aries (in western zodiac), Monkey (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Juke Box Baby by Perry Como
- #1 UK song: The Poor People Of Paris by Winifred Atwell
- Popular movie: The Ten Commandments directed by Cecil B. DeMille
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