Q&A with actor Luis Guzman about playing Gomez Addams and his career journey

Actor Luis Guzmán, a native of Puerto Rico, has had a long career in both film and television.

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He's portrayed a variety of characters, from funny to dramatic, and is renowned for his special charm and energy.

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Recently, Gomez Addams was played by Guzman in the animated movie "The Addams Family 2."

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He talks about how he approached the part and how he prepared for it in an interview.

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Guzmán also discusses his early career, particularly his collaborations with filmmaker Steven Soderbergh on movies like "Out of Sight" and "Traffic."

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He talks about his time working on the set of the great TV show "Oz" and his part in the hit movie "Boogie Nights."

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Guzmán considers the value of diversity in Hollywood and how he intends to motivate the upcoming generation of Latino actors.

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He also talks about his forthcoming endeavors, which will include a movie on Roberto Durán, a legendary boxer.

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