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  • These are the 10 most recognized Mexican-American actors! 
  • You might be surprised by some of these stars with Mexican heritage.
  • Learn more about Latinos in Hollywood.

Who are the best Mexican-American actors?

Over the years, there have been dozens of actors with Mexican heritage who have succeeded in Hollywood, not to mention those on television and in the theater.

Discover these actors of Mexican descent who have succeeded in Hollywood thanks to their incredible talent.

We introduce you to the most important stars of their generation!

1. Mexican-American Actors in Hollywood: Danny Trejo

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Danny Trejo is a Mexican-American actor and producer who began his career in Hollywood in the 1980s, when he was approximately 35 years old.

The son of Mexican parents, Trejo’s life was not always easy. When he was just a young man, he was addicted to heroin and was arrested for possession.

One of his first major roles was in the 1985 film Runaway Train, directed by Andrei Konchalovsky.

Since then, he has appeared in numerous movies and television shows, including Breaking Bad. He also played the title character in the movie Machete.

2. Eva Longoria

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Eva Longoria is a renowned American actress, producer, and activist of Mexican descent.

She was born in Texas in 1975 and, although she grew up in an environment where her Latino heritage was celebrated, she didn’t learn Spanish until 2009.

Since then, she has produced and starred in television series and shows where she talks about her Hispanic heritage.

In addition to acting and philanthropy, Longoria has also dabbled in producing and directing. She has produced several television series, including Devious Maids and Telenovela.

3. Sarah Ramirez

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Sara Ramírez is a Mexican-American actress and singer born in Mazatlán, Mexico, where she lived for eight years, until moving to San Diego, California, in 1987.

She is known worldwide for her role in the acclaimed series Grey’s Anatomy, but she is also a noted musical theater actress and won a Tony Award in 2005.

In 2016, she publicly identified as queer during a speech at the Foundation for Equal Human Rights’ 40th annual gala.

Since then, she has been active in promoting equality and visibility for the LGBT community, and has been honored by various organizations for her work in this area.

4. Jay Hernandez

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The Magnum PI star was born in Morelia, Michoacán, on February 20, 1978 but he moved to Montebello, California with his parents and three siblings when he was very young.Hernández appeared in Crazy/Beautiful, Hostel, Friday Night Lights and Suicide Squad. In addition, he has appeared in various television series, including Nashville, Scandal, and Magnum PI.

Hernandez has been praised for his ability to play a wide range of characters, from the romantic and tender to the tough and dangerous.

His performance in Crazy/Beautiful earned him an ALMA Award nomination, and his portrayal of private detective Thomas Magnum in Magnum PI was well received by critics and audiences alike.

5. Christela Alonzo

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Cristela Alonzo is a Mexican-American actress, stand-up comedian, and screenwriter. She was born in San Juan, Texas, in 1979, but most of her family is originally from San Luis Potosí, Mexico.

Alonzo is the first Mexican-American to create, write and produce her own series on ABC, which she called Cristela.

Cristela also works as a stand-up comedian and as a scriptwriter for different television shows.

She has also lent her voice to successful animated movies such as Cars, where she played the role of Cruz Ramírez.

6. Xochitl Gomez

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Xochitl Gomez was born in Sacramento, California, on April 29, 2006. Her father is Mexican.

She enjoys international fame thanks to her appearance in Marvel’s WandaVision, where she played the mysterious character of Billy Maximoff.

Gomez made her screen debut in the Netflix film Gentefied. In addition, she has appeared in several plays, including Matilda and The Jungle Book.

Despite her short acting career, Gomez has impressed critics and fans alike with her talent and ability to bring complex characters to life.

7. Dolores del Río

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María de los Dolores Asúnsolo y López Negrete, better known in Hollywood as Dolores del Río, was born on August 3, 1904 in Durango.

She is considered one of the first, and biggest, stars of Mexican cinema, which marked an entire era not only on Mexican screens, but also in the United States.

For many years, she enjoyed great fame in Hollywood, but returned to Mexico in the 1940s, where she continued her career in acclaimed films such as María Candelaria and La Malquerida.

She was also recognized for her humanitarian work and her support of arts and culture in Mexico. In 1970, she was honored with the Ariel de Oro award for her contribution to Mexican cinema.

8. Sarah Paxton

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Sara Paxton is an American actress and singer born in California in 1988. She is the daughter of a Mexican mother and an American father.

Paxton is known for movies like Aquamarine, Sydney White and The Innkeepers, as well as TV shows like Darcy’s Wild Life and The Beautiful Life.

Paxton began her acting career when she was just nine years old, appearing in commercials, music videos, and television shows.

However, it was her role in the movie Aquamarine that led her to international fame. Since then she has continued to work on various film and television projects, and display great acting talent.

9. Michael Pena

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Michael Peña is an American actor born on January 13, 1976, the son of immigrant parents from Mexico.

He started his career at the age of 20, and has appeared in movies like Crash, The Martian and American Hustle. He’s gotten positive reviews thanks to his talent.

Peña began his acting career in the late ’90s, appearing in various low-budget television shows and movies.

It was his role in the movie Crash that catapulted him to fame and he has continued to build a successful and respected career in the show business industry ever since.

10. George Lopez

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George Lopez is an American comedian, actor and presenter of Mexican origin who was born in 1961 in Los Angeles, California.He is known for his humor and for addressing topics such as Latino culture and the daily lives of low-income people.

Lopez began her stand-up comedy career in the 1980s and has since starred in various television shows and movies, including her own sitcom, The George Lopez Show, which aired for six seasons.

He has also hosted several important events, including the ALMA Awards and the Latin Grammy Awards.

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