Laz Alonso

Laz Alonso: Overview

Laz Alonso is an accomplished American actor known for his commanding screen presence and versatile performances. Born in Washington, D.C., to Afro-Cuban parents, Alonso initially pursued a corporate career on Wall Street after graduating from Howard University. However, his passion for the arts led him to transition into acting. He began hosting shows on BET and appearing in music videos before landing television and film roles. Alonso’s film career gained momentum playing the antagonist Fenix Calderon in “Fast & Furious” (2009). That same year, he achieved global recognition portraying the Na’vi warrior Tsu’tey in James Cameron’s sci-fi epic “Avatar.” He has also starred in films like “Jumping the Broom,” “Detroit,” and “Wrath of Man.” On television, he starred in “Breakout Kings” and “Deception.” He is currently celebrated for his role as Marvin T. Milk in the acclaimed Amazon series “The Boys”. As the moral compass of the vigilante group, Alonso’s nuanced performance brings crucial grounding and emotional depth to the wildly satirical superhero show.