Édgar Ramírez is a prominent Venezuelan actor and former journalist. He gained international recognition for his portrayal of Carlos the Jackal in the biographical miniseries 'Carlos'. This role earned him a César Award for Most Promising Actor and a Golden Globe nomination. Before his acting career took off, he worked as a journalist and studied communications at the Andrés Bello Catholic University. He is known for his ability to speak multiple languages, including Spanish, English, French, German, and Italian. His Hollywood film credits include 'Domino', 'The Bourne Ultimatum', and 'Zero Dark Thirty'. He received critical acclaim for his performance as Gianni Versace in 'The Assassination of Gianni Versace: American Crime Story'. Ramírez has also appeared in major blockbusters like 'Point Break' and 'Jungle Cruise'. Throughout his career, he has been a vocal advocate for various humanitarian causes. He continues to be a highly sought-after talent in both independent cinema and large-scale studio productions.