Lou Diamond Phillips

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Characters played by Lou Diamond Phillips

Henry Standing Bear — Longmire (2012)

A Cheyenne man and Walt's closest friend who collaborates with tribal police. He becomes a vigilante to avenge a local girl, survives kidnapping and torture, helps expose corruption, kills a key henchman in the finale, and takes over a casino.

Angel Guzman — Stand and Deliver (1988)

A student who arrives late, questions the teacher's authority, and is associated with the gang-related conflicts surrounding the class.

Gil Arroyo — Prodigal Son (2019)

Gil Arroyo is an NYPD lieutenant who helps Malcolm Bright investigate the copycat serial killer. He is also Malcolm's father figure and the officer who responded when Malcolm reported Dr. Martin Whitly's crimes as a child. Gil therefore connects Malcolm's traumatic past with his present police work and supports him as he confronts Martin again.

Chavez y Chavez — Young Guns (1988)

Variant name for Jose Chavez, steadfast fighter and loyal companion.

The Spectre / Owlman (voice) — Justice League: Crisis on Infinite Earths Part One (2024)

Voice of wrathful spirit of vengeance and Crime Syndicate villain.

Staff Sergeant John Monfriez — Courage Under Fire (1996)

Claims to have led the crew and killed Walden, but actually threatened mutiny, shot her during a standoff, and lied to rescuers about her survival to cover his cowardice. His deceit is exposed by Serling, leading him to commit suicide by driving into a train.

Dr. Aranda — Werewolves (2024)

Lead scientist who develops the Moonscreen serum and oversees high-security facility tests. During a chaotic outbreak when test subjects break loose, he is accidentally exposed to moonlight and transforms into a werewolf.

The Spectre (voice) — Justice League: Crisis on Infinite Earths Part Two (2024)

Voice of the vengeful spirit of God seeking justice.

Mario Monje — Che: Part Two (2008)

Leader of the Bolivian Communist Party opposing Che's strategy.

Teddy Sharpe — Gangland (2025)

Teddy is a police officer working in the community amid conflict between the Dead End Posse and Indian Blood Nation. He mourns Albert's brother, tries to protect local residents, and urges his new partner Sandra to understand the community's distrust of police. Exhaustion weighs on him as he continues working to keep people safe.

Jose Chavez y Chavez — Young Guns II (1990)

Full name of Chavez, former peyote guide turned outlaw seeking justice.

Luis Urzua 'Don Lucho' — The 33 (2015)

The mine foreman who had previously warned management about mountain instability, survived the catastrophic collapse, and became a key survivor in the underground refuge.

Career Overview

Lou Diamond Phillips has 170 screen credits in a career dating back to 1982. Their work spans 9 cinematic universes — most prominently Young Guns Series with 3 titles. Signature works include Longmire, Stand and Deliver, Prodigal Son. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.

Personal Facts

Known For
Acting
Gender
male
Known Credits
170
Birth Date
1962-02-17
Birth Place
Subic Bay Naval Base, Olongapo City, Zambales, Philippines

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Associated Universes

Universe traveler — spans 9 universes

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Related entry on Wikidata (Q319725), public domain (CC0).