Laz Alonso is a black Cuban-American actor born and raised in Washington D.C. Alonso grew up in a single parent household; his father died when he was very young. In high school, he spent time with many Dominicans.

His neighborhood was predominantly African-American. He attended Howard University, the renowned historically black university in D.C., and eventually became a host for Black Entertainment Television. Alonso's goal from the beginning was to be an actor, however. Wanting to fulfill his mother's wishes, and not wanting to waste his business degree, he accepted a job on Wall Street working for Merill Lynch. He later quit to pursue an acting career.

In 2000, Alonso appeared in the HBO film Disappearing Acts (2000), based on the Terry MacMillan novel, with Wesley Snipes and Sanaa Lathan, affording him the opportunity to work under director Gina Prince-Bythewood. He has also starred in 30 Years to Life (2001) and Leprechaun: Back 2 tha Hood. He can also be seen in Land of Opportunity, a Puerto Rican love story set in Washington Heights.

He also played the role of LCpl. Ramón Escobar in the movie Jarhead (2005).

He played Zeke, the president of a black fraternity in 2007's Stomp The Yard.

In The News:

Verizon Wireless Honors African-American Achievements With An Online ... ParamusPost.com The multimedia initiative launches today and includes a series of candid video vignettes featuring Pastor Marvin Sapp, Dr. Steve Perry, DJ Beverly Bond, The Three Doctors, actor Laz Alonso and sports figures Tia Norfleet and Malcolm Jenkins. and more »

  Thu, 02 Feb 2012 21:20:53 GMT

Verizon Wireless Honors African-American Achievements With an Online ... Sacramento Bee The multimedia initiative launches today and includes a series of candid video vignettes featuring Pastor Marvin Sapp, Dr. Steve Perry, DJ Beverly Bond, The Three Doctors, actor Laz Alonso and sports figures Tia Norfleet and Malcolm Jenkins. and more »

  Wed, 01 Feb 2012 16:57:43 GMT

Oliver Litondo nominated for NAACP Image Awards The Star Kenyan actor Oliver Litondo has bagged a nomination in this year's National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP). Oliver who plays the role of octogenarian Kimani Maruge in the movie First Grader has been nominated in the ...

  Wed, 01 Feb 2012 13:05:13 GMT

The UK Corner DVD Review: Jumping The Broom Eurweb.com The missing instrument in her life is soon replaced when she runs into Jason Taylor (Laz Alonso) a Goldman Sachs Banker from Brooklyn. Within six months the lovebirds are engaged and destined for a new life in China but their nuptials are as delicate ...

  Wed, 01 Feb 2012 06:49:24 GMT

Cinema Blend

A&E's Breakout Kings Season 1 Available On DVD In March Cinema Blend A&E's Breakout Kings, starring Laz Alonso as US Marshall Charlie Duchamp and a group of fugitives that include the likes of Jimmi Simpson and Serinda Swan, has already been picked up for its second season. The show, which follows a group of former ... and more »

  Thu, 19 Jan 2012 18:43:09 GMT

mun2 Tackles Taboos of Race and Ethnicity With Provocative "Black and Latino" MarketWatch (press release) Drawing from the uniquely American stories of Latino celebrities, musicians and journalists of African heritage including singer/actress Christina Milian (American Pie), actor Laz Alonso (Avatar), actress Tatyana Ali (Fresh Prince of Bel Air), ... and more »

  Wed, 11 Jan 2012 12:32:52 GMT

Laz Alonso Talks: 'Black and Latino,' NAACP Nomination, & Evolving Into A Producer Huffington Post We recently caught up with "Avatar" and "Jumping the Broom" star Laz Alonso, who opened up on his participation in the documentary as well as his future plans to become a film producer. How important would you consider your role in the "Black and ... and more »

  Fri, 27 Jan 2012 19:19:07 GMT

Kerry Washington, Paula Patton, Shonda Rhimes, Octavia Spencer, & Pam Grier to ... MarketWatch (press release) Taking place on February 23, 2012 at the Beverly Hills Hotel, ESSENCE will celebrate five extraordinary women who have left an indelible impression with their work within the film and television industries: Kerry Washington (Vanguard Award), ... and more »

  Thu, 26 Jan 2012 16:03:12 GMT

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'The Help,' 'The Game' earn Image Award nods S2Smagazine.com Octavia (whose infamous pie incident in the film had moviegoers dropping their jaws) took home Best Supporting Actress honors at last Sunday's Golden Globes Awards. Eddie Murphy's comedic role in Tower Heist earned him a nod for Outstanding Actor in a ... 'The Help' Tops NAACP Image Award NominationsReuters Beyonce, Chris Brown, Emma Stone Nab NAACP NodsMTV.com 'The Help' leads Image Award nominationsLos Angeles Wave Newspapers all 212 news articles »

  Thu, 19 Jan 2012 19:36:39 GMT

'Help' leads Image Award pic noms: 'Grey's Anatomy,' 'Game' get six noms in TV Chicago Tribune Winners in the film, TV, music and literature categories will be announced during a Feb. 17 ceremony, which will be broadcast live on NBC. During a press conference held at the Paley Center for Media in Beverly Hills, the NAACP announced its annual ...

  Fri, 20 Jan 2012 06:14:43 GMT

Filmography

Stomp the Yard (2007) Zeke/ Zeke
Issues (2006) Damien
Constantine (2005) Morgue Security Guard
Issues (2005) Damien
Jarhead (2005) Escobar
Hittin' It (2004)
Down to Earth (2001) BET Announcer

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