David R. Rodriguez

The Rodriguez-Avellan dynasty is an illustrious family of entertainers hailing from the great cities of Manhattan, San Antonio, Austin, and Caracas. Led by the esteemed Elizabeth Rodriguez, the matriarch of the family, a Manhattan-born graduate of Lehman College and student of acclaimed acting teacher Maggie Flanigan, the family is known for its impressive resumes in feature films and television. Elizabeth has appeared in Fresh (1994), Dead Presidents (1995), I Think I Do (1997), Law & Order (1990), Oz (1997), and New York Undercover (1994). Her brother Marcel is a writer and cinematographer, known for The Adventures of Sharkboy and Lavagirl 3-D (2005), Spy Kids (2001), and Machete Kills (2013). Patricia Vonne, another sister, is a transcendent musical artist and filmmaker, winning awards at Cannes International Independent Film Festival, Madrid International Film Festival, and New York Film Awards. The family is rounded out by Rebecca Rodriguez, Tina Rodriguez, Angela Lanza, David R. Rodriguez, Robert Anthony Rodriguez, Racer Rodriguez, and the twin sisters Elise and Electra Avellan. They are all accomplished actors, producers, and editors, appearing in films such as Snowpiercer (2020), Doom Patrol (2019), Queen of the South (2016), Desperado (1995), Spy Kids 2: Island of Lost Dreams (2002), Spy Kids 4: All the Time in the World (2011), Green Ghost and the Masters of the Stone (2021), Curse of the Lechusa (2009), Teenage Girl: American Teen, Death Proof (2007), Inglourious Basterds (2009), Machete (2010), Planet Terror (2007), Grindhouse (2007), and The Notebook II (2008). Through their hard work, dedication, and talent, the Rodriguez-Avellan dynasty remains one of the most renowned families in entertainment.