Ismael Cruz Cordova

Ismael Cruz Cordova is recognized for his commanding roles across film and television, notably his Critics’ Choice-nominated performance as Arondir in Amazon Prime Video’s epic fantasy series, ‘The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power.’ Having committed to professional acting training at New York University’s prestigious Tisch School of the Arts in 2006, Cordova quickly established a diverse portfolio of work that spanned genres and platforms. He garnered significant national attention through his role as Mando on the beloved PBS children’s program ‘Sesame Street,’ appearing from 2013 to 2014, captivating younger audiences and demonstrating his early versatility. His initial foray into feature films included a role in the action-thriller ‘In the Blood’ in 2014. Cordova’s television career rapidly expanded with a series of impactful recurring roles across a range of high-profile network and cable dramas.

He maintains an active production schedule, further expanding his already impressive body of work.