Richard Romancito, a renowned Native American actor, resides in Taos, New Mexico, USA, boasting a rich heritage from the Taos and Zuni Pueblo communities. His early career in the film industry saw him appear in a diverse array of motion pictures, including the notable productions "Rooster Cogburn and The Lady" alongside Hollywood legends John Wayne and Katharine Hepburn, as well as "Showdown" featuring Dean Martin and Rock Hudson.
As he transitioned from acting to explore his passion for art and filmmaking, Romancito relocated to Taos, where he began to make a name for himself in the journalism sector. His exceptional writing and photojournalism skills earned him numerous accolades while working for The Taos News. In 2006, he received the prestigious New Mexico Governor's Cup Short Screenplay Award for his adaptation of the short story "Benito's Gift", which he had penned himself.
This notable achievement led to Romancito directing a short film, which premiered at the esteemed Santa Fe Film Festival. Currently, he serves as the editor of The Taos News' arts and entertainment magazine, Tempo, where he not only oversees the editorial process but also contributes his expertise as a photographer and editor, crafting engaging short journalistic stories for the newspaper's website.
