Eddie Velez Biography: Wife, Age, Movies, Net Worth, Height, Parents, A-Team, Children

Eddie Velez is a seasoned American actor of Puerto Rican descent, celebrated for his dynamic performances in film, television, and theater.

Best known for his role as Frankie “Dishpan” Santana in the final season of The A-Team and appearances in films like Traffic and White Chicks, Velez has built a prolific career spanning over four decades with his versatility and charismatic presence.

Profile

• Full Name: Edwin Velez
• Stage Name: Eddie Velez
• Born: June 4, 1958
• Age: 67 years old
• Birthplace: Manhattan, New York City, New York, United States
• Nationality: American
• Occupation: Actor, Writer, Director
• Height: 5 feet 11 inches (1.80 m)
• Parents: Ramon Velez, Mercedes Luciano
• Siblings: Unknown
• Spouse: Catharine Grace (m. 1990), Edna Velez
• Children: Eliza Velez
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: $1.5 million to $6 million USD

Early Life and Education

Eddie Velez was born on June 4, 1958, in Manhattan, New York City, to Puerto Rican parents Ramon Velez and Mercedes Luciano. Raised in Washington Heights, he grew up immersed in a vibrant Puerto Rican community, though details about his siblings remain private.

His Gemini zodiac sign reflects his adaptable and communicative nature. Eddie graduated from the High School of Art and Design in 1976, majoring in Advertising Art, but a film appreciation course ignited his passion for acting. He attended the School of Visual Arts in New York, further nurturing his creative interests.

Career

Eddie Velez started his career as a stand-up comedian before transitioning to acting. His first television role was in the TV movie For Love and Honor (1983), followed by a breakout role as Napoleon “Napo” Rodriguez in Repo Man (1984). He gained prominence as Frankie “Dishpan” Santana in the fifth and final season of The A-Team (1986–1987), alongside Robert Vaughn, in an effort to boost the show’s ratings.

Velez’s soap opera roles include Alonzo in Capitol (1986), Detective Alex Garcia in Port Charles (1999–2001) with crossovers to General Hospital (1999–2000), and Paul Mendez in Days of Our Lives (2001–2003). His film credits include Split Decisions (1988), Romero (1989), Traffic (2000), The Hunted (2003), White Chicks (2004) as Agent Vasquez, Repo Chick (2009), and Born (2009). He has guest-starred in numerous TV shows, including Hill Street Blues, Cagney & Lacey, Murder, She Wrote, Walker, Texas Ranger, JAG, The Commish, Profiler, and Numb3rs.

His stage work includes the play Delirious, earning a Drama-Logue Award for Best Ensemble Performance. Velez’s most recent credited role was in The Handyman (2014). He has also written and directed, including a short screenplay, Jeremy Aim, which won a Bronze Prize at the Hollywood Screenplay Contest in 2014.

Social Media

• Eddie Velez maintains a low social media presence, and no verified accounts are active as of 2025.

Personal Life

Eddie Velez, 67, has been married to Catharine Grace since 1990. He was previously married to Edna Velez in 1978, with whom he has a daughter, Eliza Velez. He keeps his personal life private, with limited public details about his family or relationships beyond his marriages.

Based in Los Angeles, California, Eddie enjoys writing, baseball, basketball, and tennis, reflecting his athletic and creative interests. His Puerto Rican heritage remains a significant part of his identity, and he has maintained a controversy-free career, focusing on his professional endeavors.

Filmography:

• For Love and Honor (1983) – Guest role (TV movie)
• Repo Man (1984) – Napoleon “Napo” Rodriguez (Film)
• The A-Team (1986–1987) – Frankie “Dishpan” Santana (TV series)
• Capitol (1986) – Alonzo (TV series)
• Split Decisions (1988) – Julian “Snake” Pedroza (Film)
• Rooftops (1989) – Lobo (Film)
• Romero (1989) – Lt. Columa (Film)
• A Passion to Kill (1994) – Detective Morales (Film)
• Running Woman (1998) – Reuben Alvarez (Film)
• Port Charles (1999–2001) – Det. Alex Garcia (TV series)
• General Hospital (1999–2000) – Det. Alex Garcia (TV series)
• Traffic (2000) – Agent Johnson (Film)
• Days of Our Lives (2001–2003) – Paul Mendez (TV series)
• The Hunted (2003) – Agent (Film)
• White Chicks (2004) – Agent Vasquez (Film)
• Beautiful Loser (2008) – Diego (Film)
• Born (2009) – Father Anthony (Film)
• Repo Chick (2009) – Judge “Two Strikes” Espinoza (Film)
• Bulletface (2010) – Eric Muller (Film)
• The Handyman (2014) – Cast member (Film)

Net Worth

Eddie Velez’s net worth is estimated to range between $1.5 million and $6 million USD, with variations across sources due to differing calculations of his assets. His wealth is primarily derived from his extensive acting career in television and film, including high-profile projects like The A-Team, Traffic ($207 million box office), and White Chicks ($113 million box office).