Hector Elizondo was born in West Harlem in New York and grew up on 107th Street in Manhattan. He won an Obie for his leading role in Bruce Jay Friedman's "Steambath" in 1969. He is also an accomplished guitarist, singer and dancer. His wife, Carolee Campbell is an actress and noted binder of fine books.


Hector received a Tony for his role in Bruce Jay Friedman's "Steambath". Considered by director/producer Garry Marshall to be his "good luck charm", and as such is offered a role in each of his movies. Often works with director Garry Marshall.