BIOGRAPHY

From appearances in numerous television programs and films to starring roles in hot Latin musicals to performing his stand-up routine around the country, Rich Ramirez is one of the hardest working comics in the business.

Rich has appeared on over twenty national and cable television comedy shows. He's been cast in "Law and Order", "One Life to Live" and A&E's "American Humor: What's So Funny?" His film debut was in "Punchline" with Tom Hanks and Sally Field.On the stage Rich has co-hosted "Latin Madness", the highly acclaimed Latin Dance Musical, for 3 years and also co-starred in the hit musical revue "Latin Fever" at the Tropicana Hotel in Atlantic City, New Jersey.

In terms of stand-up, Rich has performed at more than 175 colleges and opened for such recording artists as George Benson, Jon Secada, Jose Feliciano, and the Temptations & The Four Tops. Along with Chris Ryan and Herb Quiñones, Rich founded the "SalSoul Comedy Troupe". This twelve year-old venture has allowed Rich to nurture his writing, producing and comedic acting skills.

Audience members have commented that some of Rich's work reminds them of Jerry Lewis. His charisma and his love of comedy help Rich connect with any audience. They may be strangers in the beginning but at the end of his routine, his audience will be both friends and admirers and will have shared in a gift...the gift of laughter.