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Ismael Cruz Córdova (born April 7, 1987) is an actor, entrepreneur currently based in New York. Born and raised in Aguas Buenas, Puerto Rico. At age fifteen, Ismael began working locally in commercials, TV and film shortly after joining his High School Drama Club. In 2006 he decided to further pursue his dream and moved to New York City where he studied at NYU's Tisch Shcool of the Arts. in NYC Ismael has been recognized for his acting work with several awards and critical acclaim named one of the 25 Leaders of the future by Latino Leaders Magazine, and awarded a VOCES de Ford Award by Ford Motors, which is given to trailblazing exemplary Individuals in the media and entertainment Industry.
Ismael Cruz Cordova is a Puerto Rican actor recognized for his diverse television and film roles, notably breaking barriers as the first actor of color to portray an elf in Tolkien's universe.
He is best known for playing Arondir in The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power and Mando on Sesame Street, alongside feature film appearances in Miss Bala and Finestkind.
His prominent screen credits include the fantasy series The Rings of Power, the action thriller Miss Bala, and the historical drama Mary Queen of Scots. Explore his filmography on Mood.