American actor
Born: August 29, 1975
Dante Basco is a Filipino-American actor, voice actor, and producer, best known for his vibrant and memorable roles in both live-action films and animated series. Born on August 29, 1975, in Pittsburg, California, Basco’s career began in the late 1980s with appearances in TV shows like “The Wonder Years” and “The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air.”
He gained significant recognition for his role as Rufio, the rebellious leader of the Lost Boys, in Steven Spielberg’s 1991 film Hook. This role made him a pop culture icon and established his place in Hollywood. Beyond live-action, Basco is also celebrated for his voice acting, most notably as Prince Zuko in the critically acclaimed animated series Avatar: The Last Airbender. His portrayal of Zuko’s complex character won him a new generation of fans.
Basco has continued to work in both acting and voice acting, with credits in projects like American Dragon: Jake Long and The Legend of Korra. Additionally, he is involved in producing and promoting Filipino-American culture in the arts. His versatility and dedication have made him a respected figure in the entertainment industry.
Dante Basco’s 5 most popular quotes
- I love seeing the new generation take something that we’ve done and reinvent it for a whole new time.
- I grew up in a pretty rough neighborhood, Paramount, California, outside of L.A., like near Compton, that’s where I’m from.
- It’s weird because I grew up in this town, so the things I really dug, I was constantly around them. Like Alyssa Milano – I had the biggest crush on her from TV, but I also saw her around town at parties. It’s just funny.
- My first professional acting role was a small part in a television series called ‘The Wizard.’ I later had the opportunity to work on Michael Jackson’s Moon-walker music video.
- Anyone who has been in this town long enough has their own ‘True Hollywood story.’
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