Raúl Castillo

American actor known for 'Looking'

Raúl Castillo - American actor known for 'Looking'
Born

August 30th, 1977
47 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United States

Links & References

This actor achieved recognition for performances in television and film. Gained prominence through the HBO series 'Looking', which depicted the lives of gay men in San Francisco. Starred in the film 'Atypical' and had a role in 'The Last Black Man in San Francisco'. Participated in various theater productions, showcasing versatility in acting.

Starred in HBO's 'Looking'

Appeared in 'The Last Black Man in San Francisco'

Participated in Netflix's 'Atypical'

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