Reggie Lee Biography: Parents, Siblings, Age, Movies, Net Worth, Height, TV Series

Reggie Telmo Valdez, commonly known as Reggie Lee, is a distinguished American actor and producer.

He is recognized for his notable roles in Grimm as Sergeant Drew Wu, All Rise as Thomas Choi, and in The Lincoln Lawyer as Angelo Soto.

His film credits include appearances in Prison Break and Pirates of the Caribbean.

In 2012, Valdez portrayed Ross, a Gotham City police officer, in Christopher Nolan’s The Dark Knight Rises.

From 2011 to 2017, he portrayed Desk Sergeant Drew Wu on the NBC supernatural police drama Grimm.

Profile

• Full Name: Reggie Telmo Valdez
• Stage Name: Reggie Lee
• Born: October 4, 1975
• Age: 49 years old
• Birthplace: Quezon City, Philippines
• Nationality: Filipino
• Occupation: American actor and producer
• Height: 1.74 m
• Parents: Jesus Espiritu Valdez, Zenaida Telmo
• Siblings: Nathan Valdez, R.V. Valdez
• Spouse: Unknown
• Children: Unknown
• Relationship: Unknown
• Net Worth: Unknown

Early Life And Education

Reggie Telmo Valdez was born on October 4, 1975, in Quezon City, Philippines, to Zenaida Telmo and Jesus Espiritu Valdez. At age five, he relocated with his family to Cleveland, Ohio, where he grew up in Parma and Strongsville. Lee has two younger brothers: Nathan, a musician, and R.V., a comic book artist.

He attended Padua Franciscan High School in Parma, Ohio, and, despite being accepted into Harvard University, decided to pursue a career in acting. At 17, he moved to Los Angeles to follow his passion. Ethnically Filipino-American, Lee is fluent in both English and Tagalog.

Career

Reggie began his acting career in the late 1990s, initially taking on minor roles in television. His early credits included guest appearances in popular shows such as Diagnosis Murder, Babylon 5, and ER.

His first significant recurring role came in The Division, where he portrayed Jim Chang. Valdez’s breakthrough came in the mid-2000s with his portrayal of the villainous Bill Kim in Prison Break, a role that demonstrated his ability to tackle complex and multifaceted characters.

In addition to his television work, Valdez made his mark in Hollywood films with notable supporting roles in action-packed blockbusters. He appeared as Lance Nguyen in The Fast and the Furious (2001) and Tai Huang in Pirates of the Caribbean: At World’s End (2007).

His role as Hadras in Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man’s Chest further solidified his presence in the industry. Valdez also took on critically acclaimed roles in films such as Drag Me to Hell (2009) and The Dark Knight Rises (2012), continuing to build his reputation as a versatile actor.

Valdez’s television career flourished with his long-running role as Sergeant Drew Wu in NBC’s Grimm (2011–2017), where his character evolved from comic relief to a crucial team member.

He continued diversifying his work with roles in CBS’s All Rise (2019–2023) and The Lincoln Lawyer (2022) on Netflix. Valdez’s advocacy for Asian representation in Hollywood and his diverse roles across genres have made him a prominent figure in the industry.

From animated series like American Dad! to guest appearances on popular dramas such as NCIS, Hawaii Five-0, and Law & Order: SVU, Valdez remains committed to challenging himself and representing Asian talent on screen.

In recent years, he has taken on dynamic roles, including Dr. Wu in Sweet Girl (2021) and Zhao in CSI: Vegas (2024), showcasing his continued growth as an actor.

Social Media

• Instagram handle: @mrreggielee

Personal Life

Reggie Lee’s marital status, spouse, and information regarding children are not publicly disclosed, and his personal life remains largely private. Limited documentation is available about his relationships, as he tends to keep details of his personal affairs out of the public eye.

Filmography

Films

• The Fast and the Furious (2001)
• Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man’s Chest (2006)
• Pirates of the Caribbean: At World’s End (2007)
• Drag Me to Hell (2009)
• Here Comes the Boom (2012)
• Inside Game (2019
• Sweet Girl (2021)

Television

• Prison Break (2005-2009)
• Grimm (2011-2017)
• American Dad! (2010-2025)
• All Rise (2019-2023)
• The Lincoln Lawyer (2022)
• CSI: Vegas (2024)
• Brooklyn Nine-Nine (2017-2019)
• Fresh Off the Boat (2018-2019)
• NCIS: New Orleans (2018)
• The Rookie (2021)

Net Worth

Reggie Lee’s net worth is not publicly disclosed, though his income is primarily derived from his successful career in film and television. He has gained recognition for his roles in prominent series such as Grimm and Prison Break and blockbuster films like Pirates of the Caribbean and The Fast and the Furious.