Lou Diamond Phillips

Lou Diamond Phillips is an accomplished actor, director, and writer, known for his impactful performances across film, television, and stage. After starring as Ritchie Valens in the biographical drama film ‘La Bamba’ in 1987, Lou Diamond Phillips quickly established himself as a dynamic talent across film, television, and stage. The following year, Phillips delivered an acclaimed performance as Angel David Guzman in ‘Stand and Deliver’ (1988), earning an Independent Spirit Award for Best Supporting Male and a Golden Globe Award nomination. He also portrayed Detective Bobby Diaz in ‘Miami Vice’ (1987) and co-starred as José Chávez y Chávez in ‘Young Guns’ (1988).

Phillips authored his debut novel, Tinderbox: Soldier of Indira, in 2019. Most recently, Phillips competed as ‘Mantis’ on ‘The Masked Singer’ in 2023 and starred as Brent in the independent film ‘Et Tu’ (2023). For his compelling performance in ‘Et Tu,’ he was honored with the Los Angeles IFS Film Festival Award for Best Actor in 2024. Beyond his extensive acting credits, Phillips has also directed episodes of ‘The Twilight Zone’ and ‘Fear the Walking Dead.’ He continues to develop his craft as a writer, having penned several screenplays, and serves on the advisory council for The Coalition of Asian Pacifics in Entertainment.