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Vico Ortiz (They/Them) is a proud Latine/x non-binary/genderfluid actor and activist born and raised in Puerto Rico. They are best known for their role as Jim in the HBO Max television series "Our Flag Means Death."
They received their education at The American Academy of Dramatic Arts in Los Angeles. Their first breakthrough role was in the hit Amazon series, "Transparent" which opened their career to the LGBTQ+ entertainment community and paved the way to more recognized TV appearances in shows such as "The Fosters," "Lucifer" and "Criminal Minds," among many others. Ortiz has had guest starring roles in "American Horror Story: 1984," the Starz award-winning series "VIDA" and a recurring role in the GLAAD nominated Freeform comedy "Everything's Gonna Be Okay" and "S.O.Z: Soldados o Zombies." Ortiz also received a 2021 Queerties Award nomination for their series regular role in the award winning digital series "These Thems."
Ortiz is also a rising star in the world of drag performers creating the original and dynamic Drag King "Vico Suave," a character that was created by mixing their Hispanic/Caribbean and American culture while exploring their own gender fluidity and sexuality.
Ortiz's mission is visibility. To showcase diversity in the Latine/x culture on Stage, TV and Film. They want young queers and people around the globe to see characters on screen that are relatable no matter their background, their sexual orientation or gender identity. Their passion is to educate society on gender, inclusive language, and join the stream of voices within the entertainment industry that is constantly pushing and advocating for LGBTQ+ rights and their positive portrayals in the media.
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