Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Lorenzo Lamas
How Lorenzo Lamas built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.
Lorenzo Lamas is an American actor and producer best known for his role as Lance Cumson in the television soap opera Falcon Crest (1981-1990). His performance earned him a Golden Globe Award nomination for Best Supporting Actor – Series, Miniseries or Television Film. Lamas gained significant recognition through this role and became a prominent figure in the entertainment industry.
1976: First TV Acting Role
In 1976, Lorenzo Lamas obtained his first TV acting role after studying at Tony Barr's Film Actors Workshop.
1978: Role in Grease
In 1978, Lorenzo Lamas secured a non-speaking role as a jock in the musical film Grease, as a last-minute replacement for Steven Ford. He dyed his hair blond for the role.
1980: Casting as Lance Cumson in The Vintage Years
In 1980, Lorenzo Lamas won the role of Lance Cumson for the pilot of the new series The Vintage Years, which was later retooled to become the hit prime time drama series Falcon Crest.
1981: Falcon Crest Debut
In 1981, Lorenzo Lamas began his role as Lance Cumson on the soap opera Falcon Crest.
1984: Body Rock Release and Nomination
In 1984, Lorenzo Lamas had the lead role in the poorly received film Body Rock, for which he was nominated for a Golden Raspberry Award for Worst Actor. He also performed the song "Fools Like Me" on the film's soundtrack, which peaked at #85 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
1989: Snake Eater trilogy
In 1989, Lorenzo Lamas started in action movies, showcasing his martial-arts skills by starring in the Snake Eater trilogy.
May 17, 1990: Falcon Crest Finale
On May 17, 1990, the final episode of Falcon Crest aired, marking the end of Lorenzo Lamas's role as Lance Cumson.
1990: Falcon Crest Ends
In 1990, Lorenzo Lamas's run on Falcon Crest concluded after playing Lance Cumson.
1991: Executive Producer of Night of the Warrior
In 1991, Lorenzo Lamas worked as an executive producer on the film Night of the Warrior, starring himself, his wife Kathleen Kinmont, and his mother Arlene Dahl.
1992: Snake Eater trilogy
In 1992, Lorenzo Lamas action movies, showcasing his martial-arts skills by starring in the Snake Eater trilogy.
1992: Reno Raines in Renegade
In 1992, Lorenzo Lamas started his role as Reno Raines in the crime drama series Renegade.
1992: Executive Producer of Mom and Dad Save the World
In 1992, Lorenzo Lamas was an executive producer for the film Mom and Dad Save the World, starring Teri Garr, Jeffrey Jones, and Jon Lovitz.
1993: Executive Producer of Ulterior Motives
In 1993, Lorenzo Lamas served as an executive producer for the film Ulterior Motives, featuring Thomas Ian Griffith, Mary Page Keller, and Ken Howard.
1993: Bounty Tracker
In 1993, Lorenzo Lamas starred in Bounty Tracker, showcasing his martial-arts skills.
1995: Gladiator Cop
In 1995, Lorenzo Lamas starred in Gladiator Cop, showcasing his martial-arts skills.
1996: Terminal Justice
In 1996, Lorenzo Lamas starred in Terminal Justice, showcasing his martial-arts skills.
1997: End of Renegade
In 1997, Lorenzo Lamas concluded his role as Reno Raines in the crime drama series Renegade.
1997: Renegade's Final Season
In 1997, Lorenzo Lamas played Reno Raines in Renegade for its fifth and final season.
2004: Joined The Bold and the Beautiful
In 2004, Lorenzo Lamas joined the cast of The Bold and the Beautiful as Hector Ramirez.
2004: Hector Ramirez in The Bold and the Beautiful
In 2004, Lorenzo Lamas joined the cast of the soap opera The Bold and the Beautiful as Hector Ramirez.
2006: Left The Bold and the Beautiful
In 2006, Lorenzo Lamas departed from The Bold and the Beautiful after playing Hector Ramirez.
August 2007: The King and I
In August 2007, Lorenzo Lamas starred as the King of Siam in The King and I at the Ogunquit Playhouse in Ogunquit, Maine.
June 2008: El Gallo in The Fantasticks
In June 2008, Lorenzo Lamas performed as El Gallo in The Fantasticks at the Casa Mañana Theatre in Fort Worth, Texas.
June 2009: Zach in A Chorus Line
In June 2009, Lorenzo Lamas returned to the Ogunquit Playhouse as Zach in A Chorus Line.
2009: Dr. Hollywood on Big Time Rush
In 2009, Lorenzo Lamas appeared as Dr. Hollywood on the Nickelodeon TV show Big Time Rush.
2013: Big Time Rush
In 2013, Lorenzo Lamas finished his role as Dr. Hollywood on the Nickelodeon TV show Big Time Rush.
December 2014: Publication of Autobiography
In December 2014, Lorenzo Lamas published his autobiography, Renegade at Heart, co-written by celebrity biographer Jeff Lenburg.
2015: Cast Member of The Celebrity Apprentice
In 2015, Lorenzo Lamas was a cast member of the reality TV series The Celebrity Apprentice.
2016: Helicopter Pilot Career
As of 2016, Lorenzo Lamas was working as a helicopter pilot, flying people on day trips to the Grand Canyon from Los Angeles. He is currently flying as a helicopter tour pilot with HeliNY in New York City.
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