George Lopez
George Lopez is a comedian and actor known for his stand-up comedy and television work. He received a kidney transplant from his wife in 2005.
Comedian
April 23, 1961
Taurus
63
Los Angeles, California, United States
George Lopez, a renowned American comedian, actor, and talk show host, rose to fame with his self-produced hit sitcom “George Lopez,” which aired from 2002 to 2007. He has also appeared in various movies, such as “Real Women Have Curves,” “Spare Parts,” “El Chicano,” and “Henry Poole Is Here.” Lopez has received numerous awards, including an ALMA Award and a Latino Spirit Award for Excellence in Television.
In 2023, Lopez made a comeback to stand-up comedy with his Netflix special “We’ll Do It for Half” and starred in the NBC sitcom “Lopez vs. Lopez,” which he also executive produced. As a prominent figure in the Latino community, he uses his platform to raise awareness about important issues and serves as a spokesperson for various charities.
Lopez is also an advocate for organ donation and raising awareness about autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease (ADPKD). In 2005, he underwent a kidney transplant, receiving a kidney from his wife due to a genetic condition affecting his kidneys.
