Andy Garcia Height: Know His Age, Net Worth and Wife
American actor and filmmaker Andy Garcia has been active in the industry since 1978. Getting the mononucleosis virus changed his mind about performing, which he had previously been uninterested in. The role of Agent George Stone, played by this actor, has endured since the 1987 American crime drama The Untouchables.
Several acting prizes have been presented to him, and he has also received nominations for them. In addition, he has provided his voice for several movies and TV shows. He does directing and producing as well as acting. Another star on Andy’s Hollywood Walk of Fame was bestowed upon him in 1995.
How Old is Andy Garcia?
Andrés Arturo García Menéndez, better known as Andy Garcia, came into this world in Havana, Cuba, on April 12, 1956. Amelie Menéndez, an English teacher, and René García Nez, a former avocado farmer who went on to build a fragrance firm worth one million dollars in the US, were his parents.
He was born and raised in Miami, Florida, just like his elder siblings Rene and Tessi. He is 65 years old and was born under the sign of Aries as well.
Miami Beach Senior High School was Andy Garcia’s last stop in high school. He then went on to earn his degree from Florida International University. Despite his early interest in basketball as a student, he eventually decided to pursue acting as a career path because of his mononucleosis.
Career
Career Andy Garcia first stepped into the spotlight in the 1983 picture “Blue Skies Again” playing the role of Ken. It was in the same year that he portrayed Ricardo in Guaguasi and TJ the Bartender in A Night in Paradise. In 1985’s “The Mean Season” and 1986’s “8 Million Ways to Die,” he was also an actor.
In 1987, this actor’s role as Agent George Stone Giuseppe Petri in the criminal drama film “The Untouchables” marked his professional debut.
Afterwards, in 1989, he had cameos in movies including “Black Rain,” “American Roulette,” and “Stand and Deliver.” In the 1990 film “The Godfather Part III,” he portrayed Vincent Mancini as well. For this performance, he received an Academy Award nomination as well.
Playing Javier Salazar in “La Línea,” Vince Rizzo in “City Island,” and Inspector Vicenzo Brancaleone in “The Pink Panther 2” were his roles in 2009. Some of the actors who appeared in these films include Jean Reno, Julianna Margulies, Ray Liotta, Valerie Cruz, and Lily Tomlin.
Andy appeared in a plethora of films from 2010 to 2016. “For More Glory” (2012), “Rio 2” (2014), “Max Steel” (2016), and “Passengers” (2016) are among his cinematic credits.
In 2017, he appeared in the science fiction disaster film “Geostorm” alongside Jim Sturgess, Ed Harris, Maria Lara, and others in the role of President Andrew Palma. His most recent film appearance was in “Words on Bathroom Walls,” one of five in 2018 and 2019.
Andy Garcia’s Personal Life
Marivi Lorido was Andy Garcia’s fiancée in 1982. Andres, a son born in 2002, and Dominik Garcia-Lorido, a daughter born in 1983, Daniella, a daughter born in 1988, and Alessandra, a daughter born in 1991 are the four children they have together.
Andy Garcia Height and Weight
Because of his upbringing as a Roman Catholic, he identifies as Christian. Besides that, his height is 5 feet 9 inches (1.78 m/178 cm) and his weight is 79 kilograms (174 lbs). In addition to his ordinary build, he has black hair and brown eyes.
Andy Garcia’s Net Worth
Andy Garcia’s estimated net worth in July 2024 is $20 million. At the moment, he is enjoying a life of luxury.