Efren Antonio Ramirez also known as Efren Ramirez is a prominent American actor, producer, and DJ best known for his iconic role as Pedro Sánchez in the 2004 cult comedy film Napoleon Dynamite.
Through his memorable performances in film and television, he has brought humor and heart to quirky characters while also working as a voice actor and continuing to appear in independent projects.
Quick Facts
- Full Name: Efren Antonio Ramirez
- Stage Name: Efren Ramirez
- Born: October 2, 1973
- Age: 52 years old
- Birthplace: Los Angeles, California, United States
- Nationality: American
- Ethnicity: Salvadoran and Mexican descent
- Occupation: Actor, Producer, DJ
- Height: 5’7″ (170 cm)
- Religion: Unknown
- Parents: Mr. and Mrs. Efren
- Siblings: One
- Spouse: Iyari Limon
- Children: Unknown
- Relationship: Divorced
- Net Worth: $4 million USD
Early Life and Education
Efren Ramirez was born on October 2, 1973, in Los Angeles, California, United States. He was brought up by his parents of Salvadoran and Mexican descent in a working-class Latino family. He grew up having four brothers, including an identical twin brother.
His mother enrolled him in theatre classes during elementary school, and he continued acting at his all-boys high school where he participated in drama club, chess club, and other activities. His ethnicity is Salvadoran and Mexican. His religion is not publicly detailed.
Career
Efren Ramirez began his acting career with guest appearances on television shows such as E.R., American Dad, Judging Amy, and The District. He gained widespread recognition for playing Pedro Sánchez in Napoleon Dynamite, a role that became a cultural phenomenon.
He has appeared in films like Crank, Crank: High Voltage, Employee of the Month, and more recently in Due Justice, Satanic Hispanics, and Lightyear (voice role). In addition to acting, he works as a DJ and has produced projects. He continues to take on diverse roles in indie films and voice work.
Social Media
- Instagram Handle: @thereal.efrenramirez
Personal Life
Efren Ramirez, 52 years old, stands at a height of 5’7″ (170 cm). He was previously married to actress Iyari Limon from October 1998 to 1999 (the marriage was annulled). He has no children and maintains a private personal life with no publicly known current romantic relationships. He keeps a low profile outside of his professional work.
Net Worth
Efren Ramirez‘s net worth is $4 million USD. His income primarily comes from acting roles in films and television, DJ performances, producing credits, and related entertainment projects.
Filmography
Television:
- Guest appearances on E.R., American Dad, Judging Amy, The District, MADtv, The Casagrandes (voice), and others
Films:
- Napoleon Dynamite (2004) – Pedro Sánchez
- Crank (2006)
- Employee of the Month (2006)
- Crank: High Voltage (2009) – Venus
- Ratko: The Dictator’s Son (2009)
- Tammy and the T-Rex: Gore Cut (2019)
- Varsity Punks (2018)
- Trafficked (2017)
- Satanic Hispanics (2022)
- Lightyear (2022) – voice role
- Due Justice (2023)
- Seven Cemeteries (2024)
- Additional supporting roles and upcoming projects.