Hugo Diego Garcia is a multi-talented individual of French, Spanish, and Italian descent, with a background in both boxing and law. He initially pursued a career in law, but eventually shifted his focus to the world of theater and cinema. Garcia's journey took him to Lyon and Paris, where he studied theater and cinema before making the move to Los Angeles. In addition to acting, he also honed his skills as a writer, director, and boxer trainer, working various jobs to make ends meet.
Garcia's early work in film includes two short films, "Tony" and "Cagnolino," which gained significant recognition and praise from critics. His performance in "Tony" was particularly noteworthy, earning it a spot as one of the "Best 10 Short Films of 2019" by the UK Film Review. The film was also praised by Silver Bear winners Damiano and Fabio D'Innocenzo, who cited Garcia's work as an inspiration.
In addition to his work in short films, Garcia has also appeared in various other projects, including Alexandra Lamy's feature film "Touchées" and the Hulu series "Death and Other Details," which is set to premiere in 2024. He has also been cast alongside Margaret Qualley and Demi Moore in Coralie Fargeat's upcoming film "The Substance," and has been offered the role of Coco in the remake of John Woo's cult classic "The Killer," opposite Cesar winner Omar Sy.
Garcia has also ventured into music, working with his brother MALO, a French electronic artist and composer, on a music video. He has also written, produced, and co-directed his first feature film, "Vache Folle," alongside Lorenzo Bentivoglio, in which he plays the lead. The film, released under the LOGO banner, is set to premiere in 2024.