Paul Rodríguez
Actor · Writer · Since 1983
Known for
Paul Rodriguez, born in Culiacan in 1955 and raised in Los Angeles, is one of the pioneers of Latino stand-up comedy in the United States. He built his profile through decades of touring, television specials, and the popular Original Latin Kings of Comedy (2002). On screen he appeared in Ali (2001) and in numerous studio comedies, and served as a mentor figure for a generation of Latino comics coming after him. He also produced Spanish-language comedy programming for television. His long-standing bilingual, cross-border act has made him a cultural bridge for Mexican-American audiences.
Paul Rodríguez
Actor · Writer · Since 1983
53 Movies · 13 Series
Paul Rodriguez, born in Culiacan in 1955 and raised in Los Angeles, is one of the pioneers of Latino stand-up comedy in the United States. He built his profile through decades of touring, television specials, and the popular Original Latin Kings of Comedy (2002). On screen he appeared in Ali (2001) and in numerous studio comedies, and served as a mentor figure for a generation of Latino comics coming after him. He also produced Spanish-language comedy programming for television. His long-standing bilingual, cross-border act has made him a cultural bridge for Mexican-American audiences.
Movies
Plays Bobby
A Cinderella Story
2004
Plays Alonso
Clifford the Big Red Dog
2021
Plays Officer Claro
The Curse of La Llorona
2019
Plays Fernando
The World's Fastest Indian
2005
Plays Crazy Carlito (voice)
Cats & Dogs: The Revenge of Kitty Galore
2010
Plays Gus the Cabbie
Rat Race
2001
Plays Dr. Ferdie Pacheco
Ali
2001
Plays Chico (voice)
Beverly Hills Chihuahua
2008
Director
Plays Actor
Holy Cash
2024
Plays Detective Ronaldo Arrango
Blood Work
2002
Plays Diego
Crocodile Dundee in Los Angeles
2001
Plays Gustavo Alvarez
Race
1998
Plays Diego
Rough Magic
1995
Plays Flaco
Ruta Madre
2019
Plays Hector Rodriguez
Quicksilver
1986
Plays Javier
Born in East L.A.
1987
Plays Testimonial
Sandy Wexler
2017
Plays Manuel Velosco
A Marriage Made in Heaven
2022
Plays Jose
Made in America
1993
Plays El Divino
Americano
2016
Plays Xavier
D.C. Cab
1983
Plays Eddie Martinez
Time Changer
2003
Plays Costas Delgado
Chasing Papi
2003
Plays Orlando Castillo
Tortilla Soup
2001
Plays Winford 'Weenie Man'
G-Men from Hell
2000
Director
Plays Juan Lopez
A Million to Juan
1994
Plays Chuy
Gravy
2015
Plays Jose Garcia
Baadasssss!
2004
Plays Principal Davis
Loves Me, Loves Me Not
2019
Plays Francisco Reynoso
Pray for Rain
2017
Plays Camacho
Without Men
2011
Plays Barney Benar
The Whoopee Boys
1986
Plays Next Week
Back By Midnight
2005
Plays Hector
Armed
2018
Plays Mr. Wong
Cloud 9
2006
Plays Amos
The Griddle House
2018
Plays Frank
Mambo Café
2000
Plays Jose Garcia
The Shipment
2001
Plays Pepe
Price of Glory
2000
Plays Juan
Miracles
1986
Plays Jorge Robles
Tomorrow's Game
2022
Plays General Raul
Mission Air
2014
Plays Eladio
Rhythm Thief
1994
TV Shows
Plays Tony Rivera
Trial and Error
1988
Plays Pedro Gomez
Grand Slam (US)
1990
Plays Self
The Comedy Store
2020
Plays Javier Mendez
A Million Little Things
2018
Plays Jesse (voice)
Happily Ever After: Fairy Tales for Every Child
1995
Plays Jerry
Gloria
1982
Plays Dictator Rafael
The First Family
2012
Plays Julio's Father (voice)
The Buzz on Maggie
2005
Plays Ramone
The Golden Girls
1985
Plays Ben Rivera
Touched by an Angel
1994
Plays Jacinto (voice)
King of the Hill
1997
Plays Rosas
The Twilight Zone
2002
Plays Julio
Tall Tales & Legends
1985
Latest Trailers
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The Dreamer Cinderella
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The Dreamer Cinderella
Savino
2025
Holy Cash
Actor
2024
Silent Life: The Story of the Lady in Black
Alexander De Salm
2023
A Million Little Things
Javier Mendez
2023Season 5
A Marriage Made in Heaven
Manuel Velosco
2022
Tomorrow's Game
Jorge Robles
2022
Clifford the Big Red Dog
Alonso
2021
Chateau Vato
Gustavo
2020
A Million Little Things
Javier Mendez
2020Season 3
Frequently Asked Questions
How old is Paul Rodríguez and where are they from?
Paul Rodríguez is 71 years old, born on January 19, 1955 in Culiacán, Sinaloa, Mexico.
What are the most famous roles of Paul Rodríguez?
Paul Rodríguez is best known for roles in A Cinderella Story, The Curse of La Llorona, Rat Race.
How many movies has Paul Rodríguez been in?
Over a 43-year career (since 1983), Paul Rodríguez has appeared in 50 movies and 12 TV shows.
What was Paul Rodríguez's first movie?
The career of Paul Rodríguez began with Belzer Behind Bars (1983).
What is Paul Rodríguez's most recent movie or series?
Paul Rodríguez's most recent release is The Dreamer Cinderella, which premiered on December 1, 2025.
What TV shows has Paul Rodríguez appeared in?
On television, Paul Rodríguez has appeared in King of the Hill, The Golden Girls, Touched by an Angel, Late Night with Conan O'Brien.
Paul Rodríguez
1955-01-19 · Culiacán, Sinaloa, Mexico
Paul Rodriguez (born January 19, 1955) is a 6-foot-tall Native-Latino American businessman, entrepreneur, stand-up comedian and actor.