Known as the "Olivier of the Latino world," Edward James Olmos is an actor, producer, director, and community activist. His breakout role came with the musical play Zoot Suit, which led to a Tony Award nomination. He went on to star in such films as Wolfen and Blade Runner, and starred as Commander Adama on the critically acclaimed television series Battlestar Galactica.
In addition to Entertainment, Edward James Olmos is a US Goodwill Ambassador for UNICEF and a national spokesperson for organizations such as the Juvenile Diabetes Foundation. He has worked with David Rockefeller of the Rockefeller Foundation, and serves on the boards of many groups and organizations.
Known as the "Olivier of the Latino world," Edward James Olmos is an actor, producer, director, and community activist. His breakout role came with the musical play Zoot Suit, which led to a Tony Award nomination. He went on to star in such films as Wolfen and Blade Runner, and starred as Commander Adama on the critically acclaimed television series Battlestar Galactica.
In addition to Entertainment, Edward James Olmos is a US Goodwill Ambassador for UNICEF and a national spokesperson for organizations such as the Juvenile Diabetes Foundation. He has worked with David Rockefeller of the Rockefeller Foundation, and serves on the boards of many groups and organizations.
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