Patrice Martinez
Biography
Patrice Martinez was an actress with a strong background in theatre. Born on June 12, 1963, in Albuquerque, New Mexico, she began her career in her early teens working as an extra in the 1978 film Convoy, which starred Kris Kristofferson and was directed by Sam Peckinpah. After catching the director's eye, she was offered a speaking role. As a teenager, she became the lead stage actress for La Compania, a bilingual theatrical repertory company founded by her mother, Margarita Martinez, and her mentor Jose Rodriguez. She received her theatrical education in London, played the role of Carmen in the film Three Amigos, and starred in the early 1990s television series Zorro. She passed away on December 24, 2018.
Career overview
Patrice Martinez was an actress with a strong background in theatre and a well-rounded career spanning film and television. Born in Albuquerque, New Mexico on June 12, 1963, she received her theatrical education in London. As a teenager, she became the lead stage actress for La Compania, a bilingual theatrical repertory company founded by her mother, Margarita Martinez, and mentor Jose Rodriguez.
Her career in film began in her early teens when she worked as an extra in the film Convoy, which starred Kris Kristofferson and was directed by Sam Peckinpah. After catching the director's eye, she was offered a speaking role in the film. Her subsequent film credits include playing the role of Carmen in the film Three Amigos.
In addition to her work in film and theatre, Martinez expanded her acting career into television. Her credits include starring in the early 1990s television series Zorro. Throughout her life and career, she accumulated a total of eleven known acting credits across film and television before her death on December 24, 2018.
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Full Filmography
11 titles- Air America (1998) as Mandy
- The Effects of Magic (1998) as Beatrice
- Zorro (1990) as Victoria Escalante
- Zorro: The Legend Begins (1990) as Victoria Escalante
- Beetlejuice (1988) as Receptionist
- Gunsmoke: Return to Dodge (1987) as Bright Water
- A Walk on the Moon (1987) as India
- ¡Three Amigos! (1986) as Carmen
- Miami Vice (1984) as Maria Escobar
- Magnum, P.I. (1980) as Linda Lee Ellison
- Convoy (1978) as Maria
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Patrice Martinez best known for?
Patrice Martinez is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Air America (1998), Zorro (1990), Beetlejuice (1988), ¡Three Amigos! (1986).
When and where was Patrice Martinez born?
Patrice Martinez was born on June 12, 1963 in Albuquerque, New Mexico, USA. They passed away on December 24, 2018.
How many credits does Patrice Martinez have?
Patrice Martinez has accumulated over 11 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1978 to 1998.
What is Patrice Martinez's background in cinema and television?
Patrice Martinez was an actress with a strong background in theatre. Born on June 12, 1963, in Albuquerque, New Mexico, she began her career in her early teens working as an extra in the 1978 film Convoy, which starred Kris Kristofferson and was directed by Sam Peckinpah. After catching the director's eye, she was offe...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Beetlejuice (1988) as Receptionist — aged about 25
- Miami Vice (1984) as Maria Escobar — aged about 21
- Magnum, P.I. (1980) as Linda Lee Ellison — aged about 17
- Zorro (1990) as Victoria Escalante — aged about 27
- ¡Three Amigos! (1986) as Carmen — aged about 23
- Convoy (1978) as Maria — aged about 15
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