American actor
Born: July 9, 1955
Jimmy Smits is an accomplished American actor known for his versatile performances across film, television, and stage. Born on July 9, 1955, in Brooklyn, New York, Smits has carved a notable career spanning several decades.
Smits gained widespread recognition for his role as Victor Sifuentes in the legal drama series “L.A. Law” during the 1980s. His portrayal earned him critical acclaim and a Primetime Emmy Award. He further solidified his reputation as a talented actor with his portrayal of Detective Bobby Simone in the long-running police drama “NYPD Blue,” which earned him additional Emmy nominations.
In addition to his television success, Smits has made significant contributions to film. He starred in noteworthy movies such as “Star Wars: Episode II – Attack of the Clones” and “Star Wars: Episode III – Revenge of the Sith,” where he played the character Bail Organa. His powerful performances have showcased his range as an actor, whether in dramas, action films, or political thrillers.
Smits has also left his mark on the Broadway stage, appearing in productions like “Anna in the Tropics,” which earned him a Tony Award nomination. He continues to be involved in theater, lending his talents to various productions.
With his commanding presence, depth of character, and ability to bring authenticity to his roles, Jimmy Smits has established himself as a respected and versatile actor in the entertainment industry. His contributions to television, film, and theater have cemented his place as one of the most talented actors of his generation.
Jimmy Smits’s 5 most popular quotes
- For minority actors, developing our own projects has to be the eventual path. We have a lot of stories to tell and a really unique voice. But none of that is going to be heard as long as we’re just the hired hands, acting.
- You have to find what makes you stable in the storm. Then, no matter what’s happening round you, no matter what the hype or the publicity, you can still manage to make leaps in your work as an artist.
- It’s less about the physical training, in the end, than it is about the mental preparation: boxing is a chess game. You have to be skilled enough and have trained hard enough to know how many different ways you can counterattack in any situation, at any moment.
- In my college years, I worked as a union labor organizer. I was just one of the many workers trying to do my part to help the community.
- There are a lot of doors that still get shut, and there are a lot of walls to still breach. But, the stuff that does come across to me, or that I hear about or read about, that I’m willing to go out there and fight for, I still have to go audition. I do have a certain leeway to choose, from that group, what I want to say, as an artist.
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