Born on November 23, 1974 in Brooklyn and raised in the Bronx. From a young age Kirk was highly interested in acting. Other than the improvised shows at home for his family, Acevedo also participated in his high school’s drama club.
Acevedo attended and graduated from LeGuardia High School for Performing Arts. After that he attended the SUNY Purchase School of Acting, also known as Purchase College. After receiving his Bachelor’s degree in Fine Arts, Acevedo auditioned for a part in the HBO’s series Oz and got the role of Miguel Alvarez. He shot 46 episodes dating from 1997-2003. He was also nominated 4 times for the ALMA Award for this role.
He won the ALMA in 99′ for his role in the film The Thin Red Line. I was a fan of Oz and remember him very well. Very good actor and looking forward to seeing more of him in Fringe.
Some of his most notable television works are Law & Order: Trial by Jury, HBO’s Band of Brothers, NYPD Blue, 24, The Black Donnelly’s and CBS’ As the World Turns.
Acevedo’s filmography is quite impressive. His acting career started in 1995 and since that time has over 30 film and television credits to his name. I just noticed he did a commercial for White Castles in 2007. I’d like to see that, just for kicks.
