Luis Antonio ramos
Luis Antonio Ramos, also known as Carlos “Vibora” Ruiz in the STARZ hit series “POWER,” a production by Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson, and Captain Robert Espinoza in the CBS hit series “Blue Blood” alongside Tom Selleck, has left an indelible mark on the stage, film, and television. His career took off when he starred opposite his childhood idol and Academy® Award winner, Jose Ferrer, in “The Sun and the Moon”, a performance that resonated with audiences and set the stage for his legacy.
Before joining the hit series, he was a regular on the ABC drama “Lucky 7,” an adaptation of the British series, “The Syndicate.” He played ‘Antonio Clemente,’ the outgoing, optimistic, cheerful, and charming gas station mechanic.
Ramos is best known for his role as bail bondsman Ricky Guzman on USA Network’s “The Huntress,” for which he was nominated for an Alma Award. Ramos has earned critical acclaim for his extensive career in television, having been a series regular and recurring actor throughout his illustrious career. Most recently, he has guest starred on such renowned shows as “The Equalizer,” “Madam Secretary,” “Elementary,” and “Waco: The Aftermath,” to name a few.
On the big screen, Ramos was last seen in The Miracle of Spanish Harlem, where he played the lead character of ‘Tito.’ opposite Kate del Castillo. Other film credits include Spike Lee’s Do the Right Thing, Trouble in the Heights, The Ministers, Sea of Love, The Secret of My Success, Moscow on the Hudson, and Christopher Hampton’s Imagining Argentina opposite Antonio Banderas and Emma Thompson, among others.
He has also excelled as a theater actor, winning the Helen Hayes Award for Best Actor for his work in the play “Stand Up Tragedy,” and, most recently, the critically acclaimed one-man show “Growing Up Gonzales.” Other theater credits include “Dancing on Her Knees” (by Nilo Cruz) and “Cloud Tectonics” (by José Rivera).
In 2009, Ramos was awarded the prestigious Jose Ferrer HOLA Tespis Award, given to mid-career actors who laud their past work and anticipate the great work that is yet to come.
As a competitive cyclist, Ramos has participated in events such as the Gran Fondo Colnago Philadelphia, Gran Fondo NY, and the Dave Jordan Memorial Classic.
Originally from Puerto Rico and raised in the Bronx, Ramos is not just an actor, but a community member. He splits his time between Los Angeles and New York, actively participating in and contributing to both communities. This dedication to his roots is a testament to his character and adds another layer to his already impressive career.
