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Lou Diamond Phillips

(1962) Actor Philippines

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Lou Diamond Phillips is an actor from the Philippines, best known for The Tinderbox.

Quick Facts About Lou Diamond Phillips

Born: February 17, 1962
Nationality: Philippines
Profession: Actor
Notable works: The Tinderbox
Spouse: Kelly Phillips

About Lou Diamond Phillips

Louis Diamond Phillips is an American actor, director, and writer. His breakthrough came when he starred as Ritchie Valens in the biographical drama film La Bamba (1987). For his performance as Angel David Guzman in Stand and Deliver (1988), he was nominated for a Golden Globe Award for Best Supporting Actor – Motion Picture and won an Independent Spirit Award for Best Supporting Male.

Biography source: Wikipedia

Awards & Honors

Theatre World Award

Quotes by Lou Diamond Phillips

The only power an actor has is the ability to say: 'No

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Ability

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Simply surviving in this business is a feat.

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Business

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It's easier to stay in shape than to fluctuate.

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Easier

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Hollywood will put you in a box, so to speak. Some people will have seen you in 'La Bamba' or another dramatic…

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Boxes

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Sometimes I only hope to make a good popcorn movie.

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Movie

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Although a lot of pain for a little screen time; Shaving legs, waxing eyebrows, high heels, trying to put on a bra,…

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Bras

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Sidney Poitier, who is class personified, said: Lou, youre a leading man because youre a good actor. Brought tears to my eyes.

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Actors

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I'm an actor first and foremost; it's my first love and passion.

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Actors

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Approach every film with the same enthusiasm, regardless of its budget.

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Approach

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Sidney Poitier, who is class personified, said: 'Lou, you're a leading man because you're a good actor.' Brought tears to my eyes.

Lou Diamond Phillips

Actor

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