Rick Gonzalez Biography
Rick Gonzalez is an American actor who rose to fame after playing Rene Ramirez or Wild Dog on the ‘ Arrow ‘ TV series. He started his career in New York and played small roles on television before moving to Los Angeles, California. He has portrayed a variety of roles, ranging from Timo Cruz in the movie ‘ Coach Carter ‘ to Ben Gonzalez in the television series ‘ Reaper ‘ to a superhero vigilante in the CW series ‘ Arrow. ‘
His portrayal of Rene Ramirez or his alias Wild Dog brought him fame and fortune at a young age, and he began to be recognized for his acting prowess. Although he has played a gangbanger several times, he is better known in supernatural dramas and action-filled series for his evocative performances.
Rick Gonzalez Age
Rick is 39 years old as of 2018. She was born on June 30, 1979
Rick Gonzalez Family
His parents met in Washington, DC, where they were married. They moved and settled in Brooklyn’s Bushwick section where they raised Gonzalez. His parents were divorced later.
Rick Gonzalez Children
Rick is father of a child.
Rick Gonzalez Net Worth
The American actor has an estimated net worth of $1 Million.
Rick Gonzalez PhotoRick Gonzalez Career
Rick Gonzalez played in many school plays and was known to improvise his acts. This skill was the reason why his teachers encouraged him to pursue his career. He graduated from Performing Arts High School, Manhattan, New York. Although he started his career in New York, he soon moved to Hollywood, Los Angeles to get more opportunities.
In 1997, he made an appearance in the television series ‘ F / X: The Series.’ In 1998, he played Sanchez’s role in the television movie’ Thicker than Blood.’ He has since played a variety of roles both on television and in movies. In 2000, he acted in many awards-Winning TV series, including ‘ Law & Order: Special Victims Unit, ‘ Touched by Angel, ‘ ‘ Mambo Cafe ‘ and ‘ Prince of Central Park. ‘ He also played a prominent role in the TV series ‘ Boston Public ‘ from 2000 to 2001.
He essayed a gangbanger’s character in the 2001 movie ‘ Crocodile Dundee in Los Angeles. ‘ He also acted as Jorge Escalona in the famous television series ‘ ER ‘ in the same year. For him, 2002 was a monumental year. In the movie’ The Rookie,’ he starred as Rudy Bonilla. This was one of his major performances, bringing him a lot of acclaims. Gonzalez returned to television in 2002, acting as Lucas in’ The Shield’ and Tomas in’ Buffy the Vampire Slayer.’ That year he also worked as Wyatt in the movie’ Laurel Canyon.’
From 2003 to 2004, he continued to appear on the TV series ‘ Old School’ and’ Subway Cafe.’ The year 2005 proved to be a milestone in his career. His role as Timo Cruz in the movie’ Coach Carter’ is considered by many to be his most iconic performance. He also played Vincent’s film roles in’ War of the Worlds’ and Naps in’ Roll Bounce’ in the same year.
He was seen back as a TV actor in 2006. He was Marcus at’ CSI: Crime Scene Investigation’ and Hector Riviera at’ CSI: Miami.’ He also played in movies like’ First Snow’ and’ Pulse.’ His roles in’ Illegal Tender’ in 2007 and’ Pride and Glory’ in 2008 were also well received by filmgoers and critics. From 2007 to 2009, Gonzalez replaced Ben Gonzalez’s role in the’ Reaper’ TV series.
From 2007 to 2019, he was seen in many television series, including ‘ Blue Bloods 2013, ‘ Rush ‘ 2014 and ‘ Rosewood ‘ 2016. His role as Rene Ramirez or Wild Dog in Arrow 2016 – 2019 and ‘ Legends of Tomorrow ‘ in 2017 is considered one of his most popular performances.
He appeared with other cast members in the ‘ Reaper Reunion Special ‘ in 2013 and the 30-minute program was aired on FEARnet.
Rick Gonzalez Films
Year |
Title |
Role |
2016 |
“Bad Dad Rehab” |
Pierre |
2016 |
179th Street |
Chelo Santiago |
2011 |
Apartment 143 |
Paul Ortega |
2012 |
Bad Girls |
Rodrigo |
2003 |
Biker Boyz |
Primo |
2014 |
Blame It On The Streets |
Braze |
2005 |
Coach Carter |
Timo Cruz |
2014 |
Commencement |
|
2001 |
Crocodile Dundee in Los Angeles |
Gang Banger |
2017 |
Deuces |
Papers |
2006 |
First Snow |
Andy Lopez |
2010 |
Flying Lessons |
Benji |
2006 |
For Your Consideration |
Chillaxin’ Host |
2007 |
Game of Life |
Gerardo |
2007 |
Illegal Tender |
Wilson DeLeon Jr. |
2007 |
In the Valley of Elah |
Phone Technician |
2002 |
Laurel Canyon |
Wyatt |
2013 |
Make Your Move |
Rene |
2000 |
Mambo Café |
Ricky |
2015 |
November Rule |
Nick |
2003 |
Old School |
Spanish |
2008 |
Pride and Glory |
Eladio Casado |
2000 |
Prince of Central Park |
Gangbanger |
2006 |
Pulse |
Stone |
2005 |
Roll Bounce |
Naps |
2004 |
Subway Cafe |
Vincent Young |
2012 |
The Guilt Trip |
Mark |
2008 |
The Promotion |
Ernesto |
2002 |
The Rookie |
Rudy Bonilla |
1998 |
Thicker Than Blood |
Sanchez |
2014 |
Victor |
Pablo |
2005 |
War of the Worlds |
Vincent |
2007 |
What We Do Is Secret |
Pat Smear |
Rick Gonzalez Television Show’s
Year |
Title |
Role |
1997 |
F/X: The Series |
|
2000 |
Law and Order: Special Victims Unit |
Alfonso |
Touched by an Angel |
Ramone |
|
2000-2001 |
Boston Public |
Juan Figgis |
2001 |
Nash Bridges |
Hector |
ER |
Jorge Escalona |
|
2002 |
The Shield |
Lucas |
Buffy the Vampire Slayer |
Tomas |
|
2006 |
CSI: Crime Scene Investigation |
Marcus |
CSI: Miami |
Hector Rivera |
|
2007-2009 |
Reaper |
Ben Gonzalez |
2009 |
Medium |
Juan Espinosa |
2010 |
Castle |
Mickey Carlson |
Cold Case |
Tut’ 82 |
|
Lie to Me |
Raul Campos |
|
Dark Blue |
Manny Aguilar |
|
The Whole Truth |
Ronnie Soto |
|
2011 |
Traffic Light |
Charlie |
The Protector |
Jamie Sosa |
|
The Closer |
Bruno Perez |
|
Bones |
Rick Cortez |
|
2012-2014 |
Dark Prophet |
DJ Rashnu |
2013 |
Blue Bloods |
Ricky |
Ironside |
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NCIS |
Lenny Machacha |
|
2014 |
Rush |
Manny Maquis |
2015 |
Battle Creek |
Omar |
2015 |
Mr. Robot |
Isaac Vera |
2016–present |
Arrow |
Rene Ramirez / Wild Dog |
2017 |
Legends of Tomorrow |
Rick Gonzalez Coach Carter
Coach Carter is an American biographical sports drama film directed by Thomas Carter in 2005. He is known for his role as Timo Cruz in Coach Carter’s movie picture,
Rick Gonzalez Judas
He co-starred for her single “Judas” in Lady Gaga’s 2011 music video where he portrays Jesus. “Judas” is a song recorded for her second studio album, Born This Way (2011), by American singer Lady Gaga.