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Famous as :
ActorBirth Name :
Andres Arturo Garcia MenendezBirth Date :
April 12, 1956Birth Place :
Havana, CubaSpouse :
Marķa Victoria Lorido (since 1982)Claim to fame :
As George Stone in movie "The Untouchables" (1987)
Andy Garcia Facing Lawsuit Over His 2005 Film The Lost City
September 17, 2007 04:09:00
Accused for mimicking a Californian man 's life in 2005's "The Lost City", which he starred, directed, and produced, Andy Garcia has been subjected to a legal suit filed at Los Angeles Superior Court by Carole Lee Shulman.
According to TMZ.com, the actor was claimed by Shulman to steal the identity of her husband Eddie "Shu" Shulman for the movie, which centers on a Cuban nightclub owner fleeing the country's oppressive regime for New York. The man was reported to be a saxophone player who got exiled from Cuba for freedom of expression after Fidel Castro took over in 1958.
More Cast Members for Pink Panther 2
August 09, 2007 04:08:44
Here come more big names after Steve Martin for "The Pink Panther 2", Columbia Pictures/MGM's sequel to their last year's "The Pink Panther."
Variety reported that Andy Garcia, John Cleese, Alfred Molina, and Aishwarya Rai have all been added into the cast with Jean Reno and Emily Mortimer to reprise their roles of Gendarme Gilbert Ponton and Nicole, respectively.
Stars Blocking the "Border"
June 12, 2007 03:06:05
Big names are lending their voices for Walt Disney Pictures' comedy "South of the Border." The Hollywood Reporter has brought in news stating that a handful of Latino actors consisting of Andy Garcia, Salma Hayek, George Lopez, Cheech Marin, Paul Rodriguez, Placido Domingo, Edward James Olmos, and Eddie Sotelo have all been submitted into the film's voice cast with "Lucky You" star Drew Barrymore leading the lineup.
Also starring Piper Perabo in human role, the flick follows the adventures of a pampered Beverly Hills chihuahua named Chloe as she gets lost during a vacation in Mexico and is in need of assistance from her friends to find way back home. Perabo will play Chloe's owner while the dog's voice will be provided by Barrymore.
Film Nominees Unveiled at the 2007 ALMA Awards
April 18, 2007 01:04:47
Consistently promoting fair, accurate, and balanced portrayals of Latinos in the U.S. entertainment industry, the National Council of La Raza (NCLR) for the thirteenth time is going to hold its American Latino Media Arts Awards or known as ALMA Awards and has officially revealed titles and names nominated for the prizes.
The list was made public by telecast host Eva Longoria, NCLR President and CEO Janet Murguia, and Mario Lopez on April 16 at the Beverly Hilton Hotel in Beverly Hills, California. Winners will be named on Friday, June 1 at the Pasadena Civic Auditorium with the event being aired later by ABC Television Network on Tuesday, June 5 at 9:00-11:00 p.m. ET.
Gloria Estefan Goes Cuban in New Album
March 26, 2007 02:03:08
Gloria Estefan is taking pride out of her Cuban ancestry by pouring the culture's sound, spirit and language into her new album "90 Millas". To thicken the Cuban mood, she has penned fellow Latin musicians to contribute in the album.
Experts such as trumpet player Arturo Sandoval, guitarist Carlos Santana, Pueto Rican singer Jose Feliciano and even Cuban native actor Andy Garcia each give a color in the album. Also joining are the Cuban musicians such as drummer Sheila E. and salsa singer Luis Enrique.
Nominees of the 21st annual Imagen Awards Announced
July 01, 2006 11:07:27
Being consistent in recognizing positive portrayals of Latinos in entertainment industry, Imagen Awards once more comes to the surface this year with notable names included in the nomination list announced Thursday, June 29. In category of Best Leading Actor, there lined up the likes of Antonio Banderas, Andy Garcia, and John Leguizamo while that of Best Leading Actress put together Jessica Alba, Cameron Diaz, Ines Sastre, also America Ferrera, who received praise from her performance in acclaimed teen flick "The Sisterhood of the Travelling Pants."
Other stars who nabbed nomination at the event included Alexa Vega, Vanessa Anne Hudgens, Michael Pena, Jimmy Smits, and Danny Pino, the latter three being nominated in the same category of Best Lead TV Actor. Meanwhile, "The Lost City", "Take the Lead", and "The Adventures of Shark Boy and Lava Girl in 3-D" have been mentioned as the three finalists for the Best Picture category.
Winners of the 2006 ALMA Awards
May 08, 2006 02:05:14
Marc Anthony and Andy Garcia were among the many honorees at this year's ALMA Awards held Sunday May 7th, 2006. While Anthony received the Celia Cruz Award for Excellence in Music, Garcia brought home the Anthony Quinn Award for Excellence in Motion Pictures.
Also were honored at the event, which celebrated achievements by Hispanic artists from the worlds of music, television and film, among others were Shakira who was honored the Outstanding Musical Performer and Best Spanish Album awards, and Daddy Yankee who was named Outstanding Musical Performer.
Al Pacino Will Join the "Ocean's Thirteen" Cast
April 26, 2006 01:04:35
The star-studded cast of "Ocean's Thirteen" becoming even more perfect as veteran actor Al Pacino has officially signed on to star in. Some other movie stars on board including George Clooney, Ellen Barkin, Brad Pitt, Matt Damon, Andy Garcia, Don Cheadle, Bernie Mac, Casey Affleck, Scott Caan, and Shaobo Qin.
Of action thriller comedy genre, the story of "Ocean's Thirteen" continuing criminal exploits of Danny Ocean and his crew of crooks. And just like the two earlier installments in the series, this third installment will still be directed by Steven Soderbergh. Filming is said to start on July 21 with the flick slated for a summer 2007 release.
The 2006 ALMA Awards Winners
April 06, 2006 09:04:26The likes of director Robert Rodriguez, comedian George Lopez and singer Shakira, are all among the many artists deserve to receive special recognition at this year ALMA Awards. Also known as American Latino Media Arts Awards, the award event honors artistic achievement by Hispanics in music, television and film.
Also in line to receive award at the same event is singer Marc Anthony and actor Andy Garcia. Awards will be presented in 15 categories at a ceremony held May 7 at the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles. Hollywood actress Eva Longoria will host the program, which is scheduled to air June 5 on ABC. To know the winners in complete just click on http://www.almaawards.com/.
Ocean's Thirteen Set for A July 21 Start Date
March 27, 2006 04:03:16
The highly anticipated action flick "Ocean's Thirteen" has been set for a July 21 start date. That's according to Warner Bros. Pictures and producer Jerry Weintraub. Filming reportedly will take place primarily on five soundstages on the Warner Bros. lot in Burbank, where a fully operational casino will be built.
Steven Soderbergh is back directing the returning cast members George Clooney, Brad Pitt, Matt Damon, Andy Garcia, Don Cheadle, Bernie Mac, Casey Affleck, Scott Caan, Eddie Jemison, Shaobo Qin, Carl Reiner and Elliott Gould, with Ellen Barkin set as the third film's new leading lady.
Stars Join 'The Air I Breathe' Cast
January 24, 2006 01:01:00More stars joining the already exist cast of "The Air I Breathe." Among the new comers there are Andy Garcia, Forest Whitaker, and Mexican actress Carmen Salines.
The threesome will join Brendan Fraser, Sarah Michelle Gellar, and Kevin Bacon. With all the cast on board, the crime-drama flick is slated to start shooting Thursday Jan 26th, in Mexico City.
Latin Grammy Awards, Behind the Curtain
October 07, 2005 03:10:28We'll tell you what is behind the curtain of the Latin Grammy Awards to be held next month in Los Angeles. There is a line of artists waiting for their turn to show up in front of public worldwide.
There are among others Bebe Manga, Intocable, La Ley and Laura Pausini to perform at the event. Also, we can see Andy Garcia, Sofia Vergara and Eva Longoria among the presenters. The awards show, held Nov. 3, will air live on the Univision Network from the Shrine Auditorium.
