Anthony L. Fernandez broke on to the scene in 2010, becoming one of the most emotional and intense actors of today. Fernandez gained public attention for his intimidating performances, such as Caesar Figueroa in, 'Thou Shalt Not Kill' and most recently gained notoriety with his cross-over comedy performance as Angel in the hit feature film, 'The Wedding Ringer'.
Anthony L. Fernandez was born Othello, Washington in 1978 and raised by his mother Lisa M. DeCoria. The youngest of two brothers, his family constantly moved around the country. He was raised in small towns and big cities, from the east coast and back to the west coast. His young life is filled with experiences of survival, determination, and emotion at his best and worst. From living a fast street life of drugs, guns, sex, and violence to creating a successful film and television career, Anthony L. has turned his life around, becoming a positive example of hard work, sacrifice, dedication, drive and passion.
At a time of tremendous obligation and reflection Fernandez made the biggest decision of his life and after studying Eric Morris Method Acting for a number of years he pursued his professional acting career. Fernandez has played a variety of roles from police officers to criminals, drug addicts to loving fathers. Delivering many colorful performances, Fernandez paints an organic picture with his presence.
His career going strong, Fernandez continues working hard to achieve industry success. Using every opportunity on and off set to develop his skills. The look of a dark figure with a mysterious past meshed with his warm appeal, helps him to connect with his audience. His physical fitness and background in security are attributes that have helped him to cross over into action films, utilizing his Stage Combat, Stunt Driving and Firearms experience. Stepping up his game Fernandez showed his comedic chops having one of the most memorable scenes in the feature film, 'The Wedding Ringer', proving he has the ability to work in a variety of genres, as well as working on television shows, such as, Brooklyn Nine-Nine, Days of Our Lives, & Scorpion.
Anthony L. Fernandez continues to solidify himself as a character actor & permanent fixture in the industry with many more intriguing, dark, and mysterious performances to come. Anthony L. Fernandez resides in the Los Angeles area with his wife and 3 children.
