Carlos Alazraqui was born on July 20, 1962, in Yonkers, New York, to Argentine parents. When he was still young, his family relocated to Concord, Connecticut. He attended California State University, Sacramento from 1982 until 1986, where he honed his comedic skills.
After winning the San Francisco International Comedy Competition, Alazraqui used the prize money to move to Los Angeles and pursue a career in entertainment. He quickly made a name for himself as a talented comedian and voiceover artist.
One of Alazraqui's most notable roles was as Deputy James Garcia on the Comedy Central series Reno 911. He also lent his voice to characters such as Bobbi Fabulous on Phineas and Ferb, Rocko and Spunky on Rocko's Modern Life, Mr. Crocker on The Fairly OddParents, Mr. Weed on Family Guy, and Skylar in Elena of Avalor. He has appeared in over 20 episodes of SpongeBob SquarePants and began voicing characters on Nickelodeon's The Casagrandes in 2019.
Alazraqui's talents are not limited to animated series, as he has also appeared in live-action projects. He co-starred in the 2008 short film "The Last White Dishwasher" with Tara Strong, a collaboration that highlighted his versatility in both comedic and dramatic roles.
One of Alazraqui's most iconic roles was voicing the Taco Bell Chihuahua in a series of popular television commercials. His voice acting work extends beyond commercials, as he has also lent his talents to the Cartoon Network series Wabbit and the 2015 Disney film Inside Out.
His ability to bring characters to life through his voice has made him a sought-after talent in the industry, with fans appreciating his range and comedic timing.
Alazraqui married his wife Laura Mala in 2010, and together they have two children. When he is not busy with his acting and voiceover work, he enjoys spending time with his family and pursuing his passion for comedy.
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