Quick Facts
Also Known As: Efrain Antonio Ramírez
Age: 52 Years, 52 Year Old Males
Family:
Spouse/Ex-: Iyari Limon (m. 1998 – annulled. 1999)
siblings: Carlos Ramirez
DJs Actors
Height: 5'7" (170 cm), 5'7" Males
Grouping of People: Twins
Ancestry: Salvadoran American
U.S. State: California
City: Los Angeles
Career
Efren Ramirez made his film debut with a small role in the 1994 sci-fi comedy ‘Tammy and the T-Rex’. Two years later, he did the movie ‘Kazaam’ and also made a guest appearance in an episode of the series ‘Relativity’. Following a guest role in the series ‘Dangerous Minds’, he played Miguel Álvarez in the feature film ‘Melting Pot’. The actor next had a cameo in the movie ‘King Cobra’ as a teen boy, who, along with his girlfriend, falls prey to the “King Cobra” while playing hide-and-seek.
He started the next decade with guest roles in various TV programs including ‘Boston Public’, ‘Even Stevens’, ‘Judging Amy’ and ‘ER’. In 2004, Ramirez starred as Pedro Sánchez in Jared Hess’ comedy ‘Napoleon Dynamite’. The film was a massive success and eventually grossed $46.1 million on a budget of $400,000. Two years later, he appeared in ‘Crank’ alongside Jose Pablo Cantillo, Amy Smart and Jason Statham. The film centers on a hitman, who, after being poisoned by someone, must keep his adrenaline flowing so as to stay alive. To ensure this, he engages in fights and takes drugs while trying to track the person who poisoned him. Ramirez later reprised his role in the film’s 2009 sequel titled ‘Crank: High Voltage’. Also, in 2009, he featured in the comedy film ‘American Summer’ alongside Matthew Lillard, Rachelle Lefèvre, Brett Davern and Tom Arnold.
In 2010, he joined the cast of the sports comedy series ‘Eastbound & Down’ as Catuey. After this, the actor lent his voice to Pedro Sánchez in the animated sitcom ‘Napoleon Dynamite’. In 2015, he played Mr. Alvarado in the biographical drama film ‘Endgame’. Following a voice role in ‘Bordertown’, Ramirez starred in ‘Mad Families’, a story of three families who compete for a camping spot during the Fourth of July holiday weekend.
Ramírez is also a well-known DJ who has performed worldwide. His production agency “Nocturnal Rampage” organizes a rave event every summer in Austin. He is also a co-founder of Powerhouse Pictures Entertainment, LLC. Ramirez has also co-authored a book titled ‘Direct Your Own Life: How To Be A Star in Any Field You Choose’.
Family & Personal Life
Efren Ramirez was born on October 2, 1973, in Los Angeles, California, USA. He has an identical twin brother named Carlos as well as three other brothers. In 1998, he married Iyari Limon, an American-Mexican actress. Their marriage was annulled a year later.
Facts About Efren Ramirez
Efren Ramirez, known for his role as Pedro in “Napoleon Dynamite,” is an accomplished DJ and has performed at various events and clubs around the world.
In addition to acting, Ramirez is also a talented artist and has showcased his artwork in galleries.
Ramirez is a strong advocate for mental health awareness and has worked with various organizations to promote mental wellness.
He is fluent in Spanish and often incorporates his bilingual skills into his work, showcasing his versatility as a performer.
Ramirez is passionate about giving back to his community and has been involved in various charity initiatives to support underprivileged youth.
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