George Edward Lopez was born on April 23, 1961, in Mission Hills, California, to Mexican-American parents Frieda and Anastasio Lopez. His early years were marked by financial hardship. Lopez's father left the family when George was just two years old, and his mother passed away eight years later. He was then raised by his maternal grandmother, Benita Gutierrez, who worked in a factory, and his grandfather, Refugio Gutierrez, a construction worker. Despite their limited resources, they were committed to providing him with a stable upbringing and access to a quality education.
After graduating from San Fernando High School, Lopez began performing stand-up comedy in Los Angeles. His talent caught the attention of a local club owner, leading to more frequent appearances at popular comedy venues. Although his early work in film was limited, he landed a minor role in the 1990 comedy “Ski Patrol.” The movie received little critical or commercial attention, and did not significantly boost his career. He persisted, however, and continued honing his comedic craft while aspiring to break into mainstream film and television.
In 1993, Lopez appeared in the comedy-thriller “Fatal Instinct,” which earned approximately $8 million worldwide. While not a blockbuster, the film marked an incremental step in his growing career. Around this time, he married Ann Serrano, and the couple welcomed their only child, a daughter named Mayan, in 1995.
That same year, Lopez was offered a role in the film “Desperado,” but turned it down due to concerns about stereotypical portrayals of Hispanic characters, including those involving criminal and drug-related roles. He has been candid about his desire to break away from roles that reinforce negative ethnic stereotypes.
| Birth Date: | 23 Apr, 1961 |
| Age: | 59 yrs |
| Occupations: | Comedian Voice actor Television actor Film actor |
| Citizenship: | United States of America |
| Birth Place: | Los Angeles |
| Gender: | Male |
| Description: | American stand-up comedian |
| Spouse: | Ann Serrano Lopez[1993-2011] |
| Net Worth 2021: | 45 million |
