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Esai Morales

Esai Morales - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline

BornOctober 01, 1962
Age63
BirthplaceBrooklyn, New York, U.S.
Zodiac SignLibra - (see also Esai Morales's horoscope and birth chart)
Chinese ZodiacTiger
GenerationBaby Boomer Generation
Known ForHis roles in 'La Bamba' (1987), 'NYPD Blue,' 'Ozark,' and 'Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One.'

Intro

Esai Morales is an American actor known for his work in film, television, and theater. He gained widespread recognition for his roles in projects such as 'La Bamba,' 'NYPD Blue,' 'Ozark,' and 'Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One.' Morales's career spans several decades, during which he has portrayed a diverse range of characters, earning critical acclaim for his performances.

Early Life & Background

Esai Morales was born and raised in Brooklyn, New York. His mother, Iris Margarita, was a union activist, and his father, Esai Morales Sr., was a welder. Morales attended the School of Performing Arts in Manhattan, where he developed his passion for acting.

Career Highlights

  • Breakout role as Bob Morales in the biopic 'La Bamba' (1987).
  • Series regular in popular TV series including 'NYPD Blue,' 'Caprica,' 'Ozark,' and 'Titans.'
  • Portrayed the villain Gabriel in 'Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One' (2023).
  • Has appeared in both mainstream and independent films across genres, earning a reputation for versatility.

Trivia

  • He is a founding board member of the National Hispanic Foundation for the Arts.
  • Morales is an advocate for many social and environmental causes.

FAQs

People also ask

How old is Esai Morales?

Esai Morales is 63 years old.

When was Esai Morales born?

Esai Morales was born the 1 October 1962.

Where is Esai Morales from?

Brooklyn, New York, U.S..

On His Birth-Day

About October 1st, 1962, in brief:

  • Historical events: On October 1, 1962, James Meredith became the first African American student to enroll at the University of Mississippi, a significant event in the American civil rights movement. His enrollment was met with violent protests, leading to federal intervention to ensure his safety and uphold desegregation laws.
  • Day of the week: October 1st, 1962 was a Monday
  • Zodiac Sign: Libra (in western zodiac), Tiger (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase:
  • #1 US song: Sherry by The 4 Seasons
  • #1 UK song: Telstar by The Tornados
  • Popular movie: To Kill a Mockingbird directed by Robert Mulligan

Check the link for more news and curiosities on October 1st, 1962.

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Sources

  1. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Esai_Morales
  2. https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0001552/