Freddy Rodriguez Biography: Age, Wife, Sons, Height, Net Worth, Parents, Movies & TV Shows

Freddy Rodriguez is an American actor, producer, and voice actor known for his compelling performances in both film and television. He rose to prominence with his starring role as Federico “Rico” Diaz on the acclaimed HBO series Six Feet Under (2001–2005), earning an Emmy nomination and SAG Awards.

With a career spanning over three decades, he is widely recognized for roles in Planet Terror, Bull as Benny Colon, and recurring parts in Ugly Betty, showcasing his versatility across drama, action, and comedy while representing Latino talent in Hollywood.

Freddy Rodriguez
Wiki Facts & About Data
Name:	Freddy Rodriguez
Born:	17 January 1975 (age 51 years old)
Place of Birth:	Chicago, Illinois, United States
Nationality:	American
Height:	1.68 m
Parents:	Mr. and Mrs. Rodriguez
Spouse:	Maria Elsie Rivera (m. 1995)
Relationship:	Married
Children:	Giancarlo Rodriguez, Elijah Rodriguez
Occupation:	Actor, Producer, Voice Actor
Net Worth:	$4 million

Early Life and Education

Freddy Rodriguez was born on 17 January 1975 in Chicago, Illinois, United States, to parents referred to as Mr. and Mrs. Rodriguez. His father worked as a janitor and his mother as a homemaker; details on siblings are not publicly detailed.

He attended Pulaski International School of Chicago on scholarship and graduated from Lincoln Park High School with a focus on drama. His ethnicity is Latino Puerto Rican descent, and his religion is Roman Catholic.

Career

Freddy Rodriguez began his career in the early 1990s, appearing in films like A Walk in the Clouds (1995) and Dead Presidents (1995) shortly after moving to Hollywood following high school. He built recognition through supporting roles in movies such as The Pest (1997), Can’t Hardly Wait (1998), and Payback (1999), while also taking on television work that demonstrated his range in dramatic and comedic parts.

Major achievements include his breakthrough as Federico Diaz on Six Feet Under, which brought critical acclaim, an Emmy nomination, and ensemble awards. He delivered strong performances in films like Harsh Times (2005), Poseidon (2006), Planet Terror (2007), and Bobby (2006), alongside television roles such as Gio in Ugly Betty and later as Benny Colon in Bull (2016–2021).

These projects marked significant career growth and established him as a versatile actor.

Later work continued with roles in series like Wu-Tang: An American Saga and films including V/H/S/85 (2023), along with producing efforts. Freddy Rodriguez‘s legacy lies in his impactful portrayals of complex characters, contributions to Latino representation, and sustained influence in entertainment through consistent performances across decades.

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @freddyrodriguezofficial
• Twitter Handle: @FreddyRdriguez

Personal Life

Freddy Rodriguez married his high school sweetheart Maria Elsie Rivera on December 23, 1995; the couple met at Lincoln Park High School and have been together since their teenage years. They have two sons, Giancarlo Rodriguez (who appeared as his on-screen son in Six Feet Under) and Elijah Rodriguez, who is also an actor.

He has spoken about prioritizing family privacy and raising his children away from intense celebrity pressures.

Filmography

• A Walk in the Clouds (1995)
• Dead Presidents (1995)
• The Pest (1997)
• Can’t Hardly Wait (1998)
• Payback (1999)
• Six Feet Under (2001–2005)
• Harsh Times (2005)
• Poseidon (2006)
• Planet Terror (2007)
• Ugly Betty (2007–2010)
• Bull (2016–2021)

Net Worth

Freddy Rodriguez has an estimated net worth of around $4 million USD. His income sources include salaries from major television series like Six Feet Under and Bull, roles in feature films, producing credits, voice work, and related entertainment ventures typical for established Hollywood performers.