Josh Cruze

Josh Cruze

75 · Born: Mar 21, 1950

Personal Details

BornMar 21, 1950 Brooklyn, New York, USA

Biography

Josh Cruze has had a remarkable career spanning over four decades in the entertainment industry. As an American actor, singer, musician, songwriter, and music producer, he has worked in various mediums, including theatre, film, television, radio, concert halls, and nightclubs. His journey in the performing arts has been particularly significant, as it has helped him transform his life after experiencing the horrors of war as a decorated combat-wounded former Marine.

Throughout his career, Josh has had the privilege of working with numerous renowned actors and actresses, including Salma Hayak, Jimmy Smits, Cheech Marin, Benicio Del Toro, Tony Plana, Miguel Ferrer, Tom Hanks, Brad Pitt, Julia Roberts, Tom Cruise, Robert De Niro, Wesley Snipes, Jamie Foxx, Jada Pinkett Smith, David Hasselhoff, and Matt Dillon, to name a few.

As an actor, Josh has appeared in award-winning plays, films, and television shows. He was a recurring character on Fox's hit drama series 24 and has guest-starred and co-starred on CBS's The Unit and TNT's Monk. Josh was also a series regular for two seasons, playing the role of Taina's dad on Nickelodeon's hit comedy Taina, which won the 2002 ALMA AWARD for Best Children's Show.

In addition to his acting career, Josh has produced five CDs as a writer, artist, and executive producer. He is a member of the Grammys and has had his fourth CD, "Tengo Que Vivir," recognized by the Grammy Nominating Committee in nine categories. Josh's songs have been featured in independent and major studio films, including two tracks that appeared in the movie Collateral, starring Tom Cruise, Jamie Foxx, and Jada Pinkett Smith.

As a musician, Josh has performed with his band, Bandidos de Amor, in concerts, clubs, and movie premiers across the United States and Mexico. He has also acted in theater programs, bringing inner-city children plays with positive messages.

Josh Cruze's remarkable journey in the entertainment industry is a testament to his dedication, perseverance, and passion for the performing arts.

Career

2025
Brighter Days Ahead
Brighter Days Ahead as Tavern Background
2023
80 for Brady
80 for Brady as Maura's Deceased Husband Frank (uncredited)
2022
Purple Hearts
Purple Hearts as Music Busker
Bullet Train
Bullet Train as Bartender (uncredited)
2021
The Bitch Who Stole Christmas
The Bitch Who Stole Christmas as Tuck-A-Hoe Townsperson (uncredited)
2017
All About the Money
All About the Money as General Andreas
2011
Freerunner
Freerunner as Latin Businessman
2009
2008
The Seekers
The Seekers as Angry Vietnam Veteran
2004
Colateral
Colateral as El Rodeo Band Member
Torque
Torque as CHP Officer (uncredited)
Run Away Home
Run Away Home as Marcello
2002
Tequila Express
Tequila Express as Captain Diaz
2001
Lost Voyage
Lost Voyage as Captain Moore
Taina
Taina as Eduardo Morales
1999
The Base
The Base as Pablo
Border Line
Border Line as Neighbor
1998
Paulie
Paulie as Cantina Singer
Steel
Steel as Colombian
Fools Rush In
Fools Rush In as Antonio Fuentes
1993
Blind Side
Blind Side as Roadblock Cop #2
1992
Animal Instincts
Animal Instincts as Hernandez
Intruders
Intruders as Mental Patient
1990
The Flash
The Flash as Petrolli
1989
1988
The Bold and the Beautiful
The Bold and the Beautiful as Det. Jake Powers
Born in East L.A.
Born in East L.A. as Jail Truck Driver
Dragnet
Dragnet as Police Officer
Nutcracker: Money, Madness & Murder
Nutcracker: Money, Madness & Murder as Arresting Detective (uncredited)
The Clairvoyant
The Clairvoyant as Willie Gonzalez Hitman Backup in Bar scene