Adolph Larrue Martinez

At A Glance

Born Adolph Larrue Martinez in Glendale, California, Martinez got his start in television playing bit roles in some of the biggest series of the 1970s. His diverse ethnic background allowed him to play both Latino and Native American characters. After guest spots on Adam 12, Ironside, and Bonanza, Martinez scored recurring roles on All In the Family and Whiz Kids. In 1984, he received what could have been his biggest break since landing his first television role.

From 1984 to 1992, Martinez appeared as Cruz Castillo on the now-cancelled soap, Santa Barbara. During that time he amassed seven Daytime Emmy nominations for his work. In 1990, he transformed one of those nominations into a win for Outstanding Lead Actor. After bidding farewell to Santa Barbara, Martinez moved to NBC's primetime lineup as Daniel Morales in L.A. Law. Martinez would end up exiting L.A. Law in 1994.

"When I first got Santa Barbara, I had been in the game for a long time without attracting a sizeable audience," admits Martinez. "My experience with Santa Barbara helped me overcome any doubts about the wisdom of pursuing this career. It gave me a sense that I belonged and had something of value to offer."

In 1999, Martinez returned to daytime television as the not-so-dead Roy DiLucca. Despite the high-profile addition of Martinez to the GH roster, the writers seemed unable to devise a meaningful story for his character. In 2002, Roy DiLucca accepted a job in sunny Miami, Florida and left Port Charles behind. For his work on General Hospital, Martinez was awarded three consecutive ALMA Awards.

Martinez enjoys writing music, composing songs, playing the guitar and piano in his leisure time. A devoted family man, he and his wife, Leslie Bryans, have three children - son, Dakota Lee, and daughters Devon Makens and Ren Farren.

Acting Portfolio: TELEVISION

Days of our Lives Eduardo Hernandez September 21, 2015 to Present The Bold and the Beautiful Dr. Ramon Montgomery February 9, 2011 to February 28, 2011 ; January 13, 2012 to January 23, 2012 One Life to Live Ray Montez September 10, 2008 to November 3, 2008 ; December 23, 2008 to June 10, 2009 Viva Laughlin Armando Castile 2007 Born in the USA 2007 Raines Aurelio Sanchez 2007 Huff Jorge Corrales 2006 Desolation Canyon Arturo Zetta 2006 JAG Senior Chief Aurelio Pudero 2005 CSI: Crime Scene Investigation Assemblyman Danilo Zamesca 2005-2007 Killer Instinct: From the Files of Agent Candice DeLong Bobby Mazariegos 2003 The Law and Mr. Lee Anthony Delgado 2003 For the People Asst. Dist. Atty. Michael Olivas 2002 Cruel Justice Jerry Metcalf 1999 General Hospital Roy DiLucca October 1, 1999 to October 10, 2002 Sweet Dreams Doug Harrison 1996 The Cherokee Kid Cortina 1996 Profiler Nick "Coop" Cooper 1996-1997 Grand Avenue Steven 1996 Where's the Money, Noreen? Lou Gardella 1995 Deconstructing Sarah Kenny 1994 Criminal Behavior Pike Grenada 1992 L.A. Law Daniel Morales 1992-1994 In the Nick of Time Charlie Misch 1991 Not of This World Sheriff Conway 1991 Manhunt: Search for the Night Stalker Gil Carillo 1989 Santa Barbara Cruz Castillo 1984-1992 Police Story: Confessions of a Lady Cop Julio Mendez 1980 Roughnecks Sal 1980 Mallory: Circumstantial Evidence Roberto Ruiz 1976 Columbo: A Matter of Honor Couro 1976 Death Among Friends Manny Reyes 1975 The Abduction of Saint Anne Angel Montoya 1975 Probe 1972 Storefront Lawyers Roberto Alvarez 1970 Hunters Are for Killing Jimmy Ramirez 1970

Acting Portfolio: FILM

Once Upon a Wedding El Comandante 2005 Debating Robert Lee Mr. Alonzo 2004 Ordinary Sinner Father Ed 2001 What's Cooking? Daniel 2000 Last Rites 1998 Wind River Moragoni 1998 Double Tap Escobar 1997 one-night stand Jack Gilman 1995 Powwow Highway Buddy Red Bow 1989 She-Devil Garcia 1989 Walking the Edge Tony 1983 Beyond the Limit Aquino 1983 Shoot the Sun Down 1981 Joe Panther Billy Tiger 1976 The Take Tallbear 1974 Once Upon a Scoundrel Luis 1973 The Cowboys Cimarron 1972 The Young Animals Johnny 1968

Awards & Acclaim

Daytime Emmys Winner, Outstanding Lead Actor (1990; for Santa Barbara) Daytime Emmys Nomination, Outstanding Supporting Actor ( 2024 ; for The Bay) Daytime Emmys Nomination, Outstanding Actor in a Daytime Drama Series (1987, 1988, 1989, 1990; for Santa Barbara) Daytime Emmys Nomination, Outstanding Lead Actor (1991, 1992; for Santa Barbara) ALMA Awards Nominee, Outstanding Actor in a Daytime Drama (2002)

Vital Statistics

PLACE OF BIRTH: Glendale, California

DATE OF BIRTH: September 17, 1948

HAIR: Black

EYES: Brown
MARITAL STATUS: Married; Leslie Bryans
CHILDREN: Two daughters (Devon Makena, Ren Farren) and one son (Dakota Lee)