Romany Malco
Romany Malco
#### Full Name and Common Aliases
Romany Malco is an American actor, comedian, musician, and writer. He was born May 18, 1971, in Brooklyn, New York.
#### Birth and Death Dates
May 18, 1971 - present
#### Nationality and Profession(s)
American, Actor, Comedian
Early Life and Background
Growing up in a family of artists and musicians, Romany was exposed to music from an early age. His mother was a singer, while his father played the saxophone. This musical upbringing had a profound impact on Romany's future career choices.
As a teenager, Malco began performing stand-up comedy in local clubs and eventually moved to Los Angeles to pursue acting and writing full-time. He attended the American Academy of Dramatic Arts and later studied at the University of California, Irvine.
Major Accomplishments
Throughout his career, Romany has demonstrated versatility as both an actor and a musician. Some of his notable accomplishments include:
Writing and starring in the autobiographical comedy-drama film "The Human Stain" (2003)
Creating and producing the music for the MTV series "My Antonio" (2006-2007)
Notable Works or Actions
Romany's acting credits span a wide range of genres, from drama to comedy. Some notable roles include:
Weeds (TV Series, 2005-2012) - Malco played Conrad Shepard, a love interest for Mary-Louise Parker's character.
No Reservations (Film, 2007) - He starred alongside Catherine Zeta-Jones and Aaron Eckhart in this romantic comedy-drama.
The 40-Year-Old Virgin (Film, 2005) - Malco played a memorable supporting role as Jay, a friend of Steve Carell's character.Impact and Legacy
Romany has made significant contributions to the entertainment industry through his work in both acting and music. His unique voice and perspective bring depth and nuance to the projects he is involved with.
As an actor, Romany continues to push boundaries by taking on diverse roles that showcase his range and versatility. His ability to seamlessly transition between comedy and drama has earned him a loyal fan base and critical acclaim.
Why They Are Widely Quoted or Remembered
Romany's impact extends beyond the entertainment industry itself. He is remembered for:
Bringing authentic representation to underrepresented communities through his performances
Challenging traditional notions of masculinity and identity in his writing and acting choices
Sharing his unique voice and perspective with audiences worldwide
Quotes by Romany Malco
For me, I never want anyone outside of my immediate family and outside of me to have the power to alter the way that I walk, talk, shop, or date. When you start feeding off of that outside acceptance and accolades, you lose sight of what's actually real. Once you get there, it's kind of hard to double back.
You know how many times I have to witness the transition from, 'Oh, get away from that thug,' to, 'Oh, wait a minute, that's the guy from 'Weeds'! Hey, can I shake your hand?'
My mother is getting up there in age, and sometimes I go visit her in Florida. I cook for all of her friends. Sometimes I have to avoid the table because I do not want to hear what they're talking about.
I started out mainstream and then literally made a conscious decision, like, 'I don't have that core black audience on my side.' And then I literally started looking for projects to get involved in.
One of the reasons I moved back to Brooklyn is to get to hang out with the guys I've known since we were 12, 13 years old. Having that sense of community is incredibly important to me.
Nobody knows my name. Nobody knows me at all, but they call me by the character of the last movie that I was in.
Racism exists everywhere. So when people act surprised about racism, I'm the one that's surprised.
When I did 'Think Like A Man', I would run into people who were acting like it was the first thing I'd ever done. I was at the premiere of 'Think Like A Man,' and people were coming up to me, like, 'Man, you're going to get work after this, bruh.'