Carlos Alazraqui

**Carlos Jaime Alazraqui**, born on July 20, 1962, in Yonkers, New York, is a versatile American entertainer. His talents span acting, stand-up comedy, mimicry, production, and screenwriting. Among his notable accomplishments is his portrayal of Deputy James Garcia in the iconic show "Reno 911!" and his outstanding voice acting performances.

**In Disney Speedstorm he voices Mike Wazowski.**

	1. Early life
	2. Stand-up
	3. Voice acting
	4. Web
	5. Personal life

## About

Alazraqui's voice talents have left a mark in various realms, from his original portrayal of Spyro in "Spyro the Dragon" to his multifaceted characters like Shamless O’Scanty, Leslie P. Lilylegs, Elliot Sampson, and Tad Tucker in "New Looney Tunes". He is also recognized as the voice behind the memorable Taco Bell chihuahua in their commercials, as well as Denzel Crocker, Juandissimo Magnifico, and Sheldon Dinkleberg in "The Fairly OddParents", among other roles.

### Early life

Early in his life, Alazraqui's family moved to Concord, California, where he eventually graduated from Concord High School. His journey continued at California State University, Sacramento, where he participated in open mic contests. Triumphing in his fourth year, he seized the prize money and relocated to Los Angeles to pursue his ambitions.

### Stand-up

Alazraqui kickstarted his career as a stand-up comedian, notably winning the San Francisco Comedy Competition in 1993, triumphing over fellow comedians Marc Maron and Patton Oswalt.

### Voice acting

In the realm of film and television, Alazraqui shone as Deputy James Garcia on "Reno 911!", both in the main series and its spinoff film "Reno 911! Miami". His creativity extended to writing and starring in the short film "The Last White Dishwasher".

Voice acting emerged as a prominent facet of Alazraqui's career, where he lent his voice to beloved characters like Rocko in "Rocko's Modern Life", Scooter in "SpongeBob SquarePants", and Rikochet in "¡Mucha Lucha!". His talents transcended generations and networks, with roles in Cartoon Network shows like "Cow and Chicken", "Kidscity: The Village Dome of Kids", and "I Am Weasel".

Alazraqui's distinctive accents and versatile performances made him a sought-after voice artist. He seamlessly embodied roles like Monroe in "The Life and Times of Juniper Lee" and Salty Mike in "Squirrel Boy". His dynamic voice work extended to animated films, such as providing the voice for Nestor in the "Happy Feet" franchise.

### Web

In 2009, Alazraqui ventured into the world of web series with "The Club", a collaboration with Ted Nicolaou. This endeavor showcased his continued innovation and adaptability in the evolving entertainment landscape.

### Personal life

Beyond his entertainment career, Alazraqui leads a fulfilling personal life in Los Angeles with his wife and two daughters. His legacy endures through his daughter Rylee, who follows in his footsteps as a voice actor.

As of 2023, Alazraqui's contributions remain an integral part of entertainment history, celebrated for his dynamic performances and lasting impact in various mediums.

## References

1. ↑ Happy Birthday To Yonker's Carlos Jaime Alazraqui.
2. ↑ "Reno 911" character keeps laughs coming.
3. ↑ Carlos Alazraqui Q&A: Birthplace (Video).
4. ↑ Carlos Alazraqui profile.
5. ↑ Past Winners.
6. ↑ Episode #307: Carlos Alazraqui.
7. ↑ Pedro Almodovar's 'Broken Embraces' opens the Los Angeles Latino Film Festival - Spotlight on Entertainment.
8. ↑ The Club on The Web.
9. ↑ Gabriel Igelsias and Carlos Alazraqui Talk Disney's PLANES, Voicing Their Characters, Voice-Over vs Stand-Up, Improv, and Their Upcoming Projects.