Trinidad Silva
Biography
Trinidad Silva, a character actor from Mission, Texas, had a promising career that was tragically cut short. He moved to Los Angeles in his mid-20s and landed his first acting role on "Baretta" in 1977. Unfortunately, due to the Latino typecasting prevalent at the time, most of his TV roles were as criminals or gang members. However, his role as Jesus Martinez on "Hill Street Blues" broke this stereotype, portraying a former gang leader turned community activist. Silva also played more positive roles in films like "Alambrista!" and "El Norte." Sadly, while filming "UHF" in 1988, Silva was killed by a drunk driver in Whittier, California. The film was dedicated to his memory. He was married to Sofia Alvarez.
Also Known As
Movie Appearances
The Night Before
as Tito
1988
El Norte
as Monte
1983
Jocks
as Chito
1986
Second Thoughts
1983
Alambrista!
as Joe
1977
Walk Proud
as Dagger
1979
The Milagro Beanfield War
as Milagro Townsperson
1988
Stones for Ibarra
as Basilio Garcia
1988
UHF
as Raul Hernandez
1989
Colors
as Frog
1988
Crackers
as Ramon
1984
Home Free
as Eddie Fuentes
1988
National Lampoon's Movie Madness
as Carlos ("Growing Yourself")
1982
The Running Man
as Cheering Game Show Patron (uncredited)
1987
The Jerk
as Punk
1979
