- Nicknames
- Parafuso
- Parafuzinho
- Long (Pronounced "Lohng" in Chinese) which means: Dragon
- Tazzy
- Tazo
- Tazito Heat
- Height6′ (1.83 m)
- Taz Garcia is a former Manchester United Jr. squad player, corporate executive, and school teacher turned 23x International Award Winning Actor, Director, Producer and Speaker. He initially made his big-screen debut with "The Briefcase" in 2011, as the director, writer, and lead actor. His prowess in independent filmmaking earned him the title of Indie filmmaking Maverick, notably after his 2009 creation "Dark Side: The Rise of Darkness," based on true events. The Canadian actor is best known for his role as General Sevchenko on the Machinima series "Call of Duty: Divided We Stand," based on the immensely popular video game franchise. His international role as "Prince" in "Lost in The Pacific" a thriller Hollywood - Asia co-production and his award-winning performance as "Axel" in action-comedy "First Bust" further solidified his reputation. Garcia has also worked alongside Sylvester Stallone on the mobile gaming app "Battle Strike Force" and appeared as "Paddock's Mercenary", the muscle of Pilou Asbaek "Paddock", renowned for his role as Euron in "Game of Thrones" in Hidden Strike opposite Jackie Chan and John Cena.
Beyond his acting endeavors, Garcia is the co-founder of the annual Movie Expo, a committed advocate for charitable causes, and a published author dedicated to nurturing emerging talents within the industry.
Taz trains extensively in martial arts and sports to stay sharp for his roles and maintain his physique.- IMDb Mini Biography By: Representation - Taz "Tazito" Garcia is one of Hollywood's up-and-coming most charming, motivating, engaging, and versatile entertainers, having built a name for himself as a low-budget filmmaking Maverick. Garcia, who is known for his love of action roles, can be seen in Project Xtraction opposite stars Jackie Chan (Rush Hour) and John Cena (Suicide Squad), as well as being the only Canadian actor in a co-starring role in Lost in the Pacific with Russell Wong (Romeo Must Die) and Vincent Ward (The Walking Dead). Garcia can also be seen in a mobile gaming app called Battle Strike Force with Sylvester Stallone. Outside of film, Garcia supports multiple charities, is a co-founder of the annual Movie Expo and a top selling author that strives to shine a light for the up-and-coming talent.- IMDb Mini Biography By: Representative
- Gender / Gender identityMale
- Likes to give thumbs up
- Known for his 'colgate' smile
- Likes to connect with everyone on set - no matter who and which department
- Often has outtakes at the end of his films of failed stunts and other snippets that never make the final cut
- Does all his own character stunts but does not do stunt work
- Taz trained for many years in various countries, and courts to become a well re-known ATP junior seeded tennis star. His last appearance was on the Roland Garros clay courts in France.
- Taz wanted to become a professional soccer player at the age of 13 when he was scouted to play for the 'Red Devils' Manchester United.
- Taz has trained in various martial arts including shotokan karate, greco wrestling, kung fu & capoeira.
- Taz wanted to be a police officer or a jet fighter pilot growing up.
- Taz raced professional go-karts (600cc) and worked his way to (1000cc) hoping to one day race F1.
- Action! Without it life would be all talk! - Tazito Garcia
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